ICC investigate alleged corruption in Sri Lanka Cricket

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International Cricket Council (ICC) Anti-Corruption Unit’s General Manager has made a statement on Wednesday related to the investigations into allegations of corruption in Sri Lankan Cricket.

The enquiries are continuing so it would not be appropriate to comment further, but I can confirm that we have, at their request, provided a detailed briefing to the Sri Lankan President, Prime Minister and Sports Minister,” he said.

The England tour of Sri Lanka starts on 10th October with the commencement of ODIs, followed by a T20I and three Tests which will go on till 27th November.

“We are receiving full support from the Competent Authority currently in place at Sri Lanka Cricket [SLC] whilst elections for the SLC Board are pending.

“I’d like to make it clear that these investigations have been underway for a considerable time and do not relate to the series about to start in Sri Lanka.

“However, I will take the opportunity to brief both the teams over the coming days to ensure they remain alert to the risks from would be corruptors.”