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Pakistani cricketer reports corrupt approach in National T20 cup | Corrupt approach in Pakistan National T20 Cup – reported by player

A Pakistani domestic cricket player has come forward and reported about being approached by suspected bookmakers during the National T20 Cup. The PCB Anti-corruption unit has started an investigation before handing over the case to the Federal Investigating Agency (FIA).

Asif Mahmood, PCB Director-Anti-corruption and Security, informed in this official statement that he has spoken to the player and complimented him for his honesty. “I have spoken with the player to compliment and thank him for following the PCB Anti-Corruption Code and reporting the approach to the anti-corruption officer. As we cannot jeopardise an ongoing investigation, it will be inappropriate for us to share any specifics of the approach. However, the PCB as a responsible member of the International Cricket Council will continue to keep the game’s administrative body abreast of the progress in investigations as part of our information-sharing approach”, he said.

ANI reports, that PCB has carried out its own probe and unearthed some sensitive information which has been forwarded to the FIA. “We are all aware that the game is at risk due to a small number of corrupters who try to entice cricketers for their personal gains and benefit,” the PCB said. “But there is also no doubt that we can collectively defeat these people if the players strictly abide by the anti-corruption protocols and continue to report approaches to the anti-corruption officers.”

This news comes as India continues its fight against corruption in cricket.

Written by Anjali Jha. Follow Anjali on Twitter today.