Durham relegated from division one after ECB's points deduction

Critics say punishment from the England and Wales Cricket Board's is harsh

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The ECB announced on Monday that Durham are to be relegated from the County Championship Division One due to financial issues, with previous relegated Hampshire to be reinstated in their place.

The North East club accepted a bailout of £3.8m approved by the ECB, but have seen strict sanctions places on them in return. Next season will see them start their Division Two campaign with a 48-point deduction, making an immediate promotion unlikely, with further points deductions in the T20 Blast and One-Day Cup.

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