Vaughan was one of 7 cricketers from Yorkshire charged by the ECB’s Cricket discipline commission.
Former England captain Michael Vaughan has decided to step down as a BBC commentator after receiving backlash for his involvement in the racism controversy at Yorkshire Cricket Club.
He said that the main reason behind his decision was his "concern for the wellbeing" of his family.
Vaughan was one of seven cricketers from Yorkshire who were charged by the ECB’s Cricket Discipline Commission with ruining the game’s reputation following an investigation into the claims of racist comments.
Azeem Rafiq, a player of Pakistani descent, revealed that Vaughan was one of the perpetrators behind the racist abuses. Rafiq also revealed that Vaughan made a comment to a group of Asian players in 2009, "too many of you lot, we need to do something about it."
Announcing his decision on Twitter, Vaughan wrote: “On numerous occasions, I have put on record my views on the issues concerning YCCC. It is always regrettable when commentary on matters off the field take the focus away from what's happening on the field.”
He added, “In view of the ongoing dialogue on the subject, I have taken the decision to step back from my work with the BBC for the time being. Stepping back temporarily is also in the interests of the game and I hope that it will minimise any difficulties for my work colleagues.”