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DDCA calls DPL corruption allegations unverified after sting reports

Delhi cricket body terms allegations of match-fixing in domestic league unsubstantiated, writes to BCCI after player approached.

What to know

  • A sting operation by Tehelka featured allegations of match-fixing in the 2025 IPL and claims of insider information about the Delhi Premier League.
  • The DDCA confirms a player was approached with a corrupt proposal during the 2026 DPL and reported it to authorities.
  • The DDCA has termed all allegations unverified, written to the BCCI and relevant authorities, and pledges full cooperation with investigations while maintaining a zero-tolerance corruption policy.
  • The BCCI's anti-corruption unit is already conducting a broader review of all franchise-based state T20 leagues across India for suspected corrupt activities.

“Given the seriousness of the matter, DDCA has written to the respective authorities and shared the information that has come to its notice, requesting that the matter be examined through the appropriate established processes.”

DDCA, Delhi & District Cricket Association · Yahoo Sports ↗

Ashok Sharma DDCA SecretaryDelhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) Delhi cricket governing bodyRachit Bhatia Delhi-based cricketer, former Ranji Trophy playerBoard of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) National cricket governing body

DDCA calls DPL corruption allegations unverified after sting reports
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    DDCA reiterates zero-tolerance stance and commitment to inquiry

    The DDCA stated it maintains a zero-tolerance approach toward corruption and will extend full cooperation to any inquiry undertaken by competent authorities, emphasizing the distinction between allegations and established facts.

    “DDCA maintains a zero-tolerance approach towards any activity that may compromise the integrity of cricket and will extend its full cooperation to any inquiry undertaken by the competent authorities.”
    — DDCA
    1. first by Yahoo Sports, 1d ago · also ESPN India, Cricinfo

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    DDCA terms allegations unverified, confirms letter to BCCI

    The DDCA issued a statement on Tuesday saying the corruption allegations are unverified and have not been established by any competent authority, while confirming it has written to authorities requesting proper examination through established processes.

    “The allegations referred to in these reports are unverified and have not been established by any competent authority.”
    — DDCA
    1. first by Indian Express, 1d ago

    2. first by Cricbuzz, 1d ago

  3. background

    Player allegedly approached during DPL, informs authorities — A player was allegedly approached with a corrupt proposal during the 2026 Delhi Premier League and reported it to the DDCA and the anti-corruption unit.

  4. background

    Tehelka sting reveals alleged match-fixing claims — A sting operation conducted by Tehelka showed Rachit Bhatia, a Delhi-based cricketer, claiming to have fixed five matches of the 2025 IPL involving Chennai Super Kings and offering classified information on the Central Delhi Kings DPL franchise.