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Rajasthan Royals Reject Match-Fixing Allegations, Call for Action Against RCA Official

The IPL franchise formally denied claims made by RCA ad hoc committee convenor Jaideep Bihani and urged state authorities to intervene, citing reputational harm.

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Rajasthan Royals lost by two runs against Lucknow Super Giants at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, Saturday, April 19, 2025.
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Overview

  • Rajasthan Royals have filed formal complaints with the Chief Minister, Sports Minister, and Sports Secretary, dismissing Jaideep Bihani's match-fixing allegations as baseless.
  • Bihani, convenor of the RCA ad hoc committee, alleged that the Royals' two-run loss to Lucknow Super Giants on April 19 was suspicious and demanded a BCCI investigation.
  • The Royals condemned Bihani's statements, claiming they have damaged the franchise's reputation and tarnished the integrity of cricket.
  • Bihani also accused the Rajasthan Sports Council and Royals of sidelining the RCA ad hoc committee from IPL operations and using RCA resources without compensation.
  • The RCA ad hoc committee, established by the Rajasthan government, has overseen cricket governance in the state and claims a strong track record, including hosting multiple BCCI tournaments.