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BCCI Warns IPL Teams of Corruption Risk from Hyderabad Businessman

The Anti-Corruption Security Unit has identified a suspect targeting players, staff, and families with lavish gifts and social media tactics, urging immediate reporting of any contact.

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BCCI warned all IPL teams and even commentators
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BCCI

Overview

  • The BCCI's Anti-Corruption Security Unit (ACSU) has issued a league-wide alert about a Hyderabad businessman suspected of attempting to corrupt IPL participants.
  • The suspect reportedly poses as a fan, offering expensive gifts, private invitations, and targeting family members to gain trust and access.
  • Teams have been instructed to report any interaction with the individual and to disclose any prior contact with him.
  • The ACSU suspects the businessman has ties to betting syndicates and a history of involvement in corrupt activities.
  • Franchises have been urged to tighten internal security measures and reinforce the BCCI's zero-tolerance policy toward corruption.