Four Assam players suspended for suspected corruption and “suspension will continue till the final outcome of the investigation”
Four Assam players suspended for alleged corruption.
Four players—Amit Sinha, Ishan Ahmed, Aman Tripathi, and Abhishek Thakuri—were suspended by the Assam Cricket Association (ACA) on Friday for allegedly engaging in corrupt activities during the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025.
Additionally, the ACA has filed a formal complaint against the four athletes who have represented Assam at different points in time with the state police’s crime branch.
They are accused of trying to incite and influence some of the Assamese players who competed in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
“After the allegations came to light, the Anti-Corruption and Security Unit (ASCU) of the BCCI conducted an enquiry. The ACA has also initiated criminal proceedings. Prima facie, there appears to be their involvement in serious misconduct, affecting the integrity of the sport,” Sanatan Das, the ACA secretary, said.
Assam’s SMAT league matches were held in Lucknow from November 26 to December 8, and the team did not progress to the ongoing Super League stage.
“They have been suspended to curtail any scope of further deterioration of the situation,” Das said. “A
These players are prohibited from participating in any state-level competitions or games run by the ACA, its district units, or connected clubs during the ban term.
During suspension, it is also forbidden to engage in any cricket-related activities, such as officiating as a coach, umpire, or match referee.
According to Das, all district associations have been instructed to make sure that the order is strictly followed and to notify clubs and academies that fall under their purview of the ACA’s ruling.