Phillip DeFreitas

'If you play for England, we will shoot you' -- that's the kind of death threats former England all-rounder Phillip DeFreitas claims to have received during his playing days as he opened up on the raging issue of racism in sports.

During his playing days, Phillip DeFreitas was known to be a team man. He retired almost 22 years ago, but his philosophy hasn't changed: the 52-year-old former England pacer still doesn't believe in singling out players who can make difference.

On Saturday, the day of the second India-England One-day International, most Indian fans started their celebrations well in advance.