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Hans India
3 days ago
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- Hans India
ICC bans Saman from all forms of cricket for 5 yrs
Former Sri Lankan domestic cricketer Saliya Saman has been banned from all cricket for five years after an ICC Anti-Corruption Tribunal found him guilty of breaching the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) Anti-Corruption Code. Saman was among eight people charged in September 2023 for breaching the Code. The ban is backdated to 13 September 2023, when Saman was provisionally suspended and hence he has already served two years of his sentence. The 39-year-old Saman played 101 first-class and 77 List A games. The charges relate to the 2021 Abu Dhabi T10 Cricket League and attempts to corrupt matches in that tournament which were disrupted by the ICC, the Designated Anti-Corruption Official (DACO) for the purposes of the ECB's Code for the tournament. Saman has been charged on three counts 2.1.1, 2.1.3 and 2.1.4. Article 2.1.1 states: 'Being party to an attempt to fix, contrive or influence improperly matches or aspects of matches in the Abu Dhabi T10 2021.' As per Article 2.1.3, Saman offered 'a Reward to another Participant in exchange for that player engaging in Corrupt Conduct under the Code.' Article 2.1.4 states: 'Directly or indirectly soliciting, inducing, enticing, instructing, persuading, encouraging or intentionally facilitating any Participant to breach Code Article 2.1'.

Int'l Cricket Council
4 days ago
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
Saliya Saman banned for five years under Anti-Corruption Code
Former Sri Lankan domestic cricketer Saliya Saman has been banned from all cricket for five years after an ICC Anti-Corruption Tribunal found him guilty of breaching the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) Anti-Corruption Code. Saman was among eight people charged in September 2023 for breaching the Code. The charges relate to the 2021 Abu Dhabi T10 Cricket League and attempts to corrupt matches in that tournament which were disrupted by the ICC, the Designated Anti-Corruption Official (DACO) for the purposes of the ECB's Code for the tournament. Following a full hearing and presentation of written and oral argument, the Tribunal found Saman guilty of: Article 2.1.1 – Being party to an attempt to fix, contrive or influence improperly matches or aspects of matches in the Abu Dhabi T10 2021. Article 2.1.3 – Offering a Reward to another Participant in exchange for that player engaging in Corrupt Conduct under the Code. Article 2.1.4 – Directly or indirectly soliciting, inducing, enticing, instructing, persuading, encouraging or intentionally facilitating any Participant to breach Code Article 2.1. The ban is backdated to 13 September 2023, when Saman was provisionally suspended. The decision on merits and sanction (which has been redacted to protect the identities of the ICC's witnesses and other third parties) is available on the page here. The media release on the charges is available here. Fo more about the ICC Anti-Corruption Unit, click here.


India Today
4 days ago
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- India Today
ICC bans former Sri Lanka first-class cricketer for corruption attempt in T10 League
Former Sri Lankan domestic cricketer Saliya Saman has been handed a five-year ban from all forms of cricket after an ICC Anti-Corruption Tribunal found him guilty of violating the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) Anti-Corruption 39-year-old was among eight individuals charged in September 2023 over offences related to the 2021 Abu Dhabi T10 Cricket League. The tribunal determined that Saman had attempted to manipulate matches in the tournament, but timely intervention by the ICC and the Designated Anti-Corruption Official (DACO) prevented the breaches from being carried suspension is backdated to 13 September 2023, the date he was provisionally suspended, meaning he has already served two years of the sanction. A seasoned campaigner, Saman played 101 first-class and 77 List A matches during his domestic career. Also Read: Asia Cup T20s: Is Hardik Pandya's leadership dream slipping away?He was charged under Articles 2.1.1, 2.1.3, and 2.1.4 of the ECB Code, which cover match-fixing, attempts to fix matches, and soliciting or inducing others to engage in corrupt 2.1.1: Being party to an attempt to improperly fix, contrive, or influence matches or aspects of matches in the Abu Dhabi T10 2.1.3: Offering a reward to another participant in exchange for engaging in corrupt 2.1.4: Soliciting, inducing, or encouraging another participant to breach Article Saman's career in briefSaliya Saman enjoyed a prolific domestic career across formats. In first-class cricket, he scored 3,662 runs in 101 matches at an average of 27.95, including two centuries and 22 fifties, with a highest score of 129. He also contributed in List A cricket with 898 runs in 77 games and a best of 65, while in T20s he tallied 673 runs at a healthy strike rate of 129.92, highlighted by two half-centuries and a top score of 78 not equally effective bowler, Saman claimed 231 first-class wickets at 25.92, with best figures of 8/53. He took 84 wickets in List A cricket and 58 in T20s, including a five-wicket haul in each format. His sharp fielding added 27 catches in first-class games, 11 in List A and 14 in T20s.- Ends


Time of India
4 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
ICC slaps five-year ban on ex-cricketer for match fixing
NEW DELHI: Former Sri Lankan domestic cricketer Saliya Saman has been banned from all cricket for five years after an ICC Anti-Corruption Tribunal found him guilty of breaching the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) Anti-Corruption Code. Saman was among eight individuals charged in September 2023 for violating the Code. His ban is backdated to 13 September 2023, the date he was provisionally suspended, meaning he has already served two years of his sentence. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! The 39-year-old, who played 101 first-class matches and 77 List A games, faced charges relating to the 2021 Abu Dhabi T10 Cricket League and attempts to corrupt matches in that tournament. The incidents were disrupted by the ICC and the Designated Anti-Corruption Official (DACO) for the purposes of the ECB's Code for the event. Saman was found guilty on three counts — Articles 2.1.1, 2.1.3 and 2.1.4. Article 2.1.1 states: "Being party to an attempt to fix, contrive or influence improperly matches or aspects of matches in the Abu Dhabi T10 2021." As per Article 2.1.3, Saman offered "a Reward to another Participant in exchange for that player engaging in Corrupt Conduct under the Code." Article 2.1.4 states: "Directly or indirectly soliciting, inducing, enticing, instructing, persuading, encouraging or intentionally facilitating any Participant to breach Code Article 2.1." Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!


News18
4 days ago
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- News18
ICC bans former SL first-class player Saman for trying to fix Abu Dhabi T10
Agency: Dubai, Aug 15 (PTI) Former Sri Lankan domestic cricketer Saliya Saman has been banned from all cricket for five years after an ICC Anti-Corruption Tribunal found him guilty of breaching the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) Anti-Corruption Code. Saman was among eight people charged in September 2023 for breaching the Code. The ban is backdated to 13 September 2023, when Saman was provisionally suspended and hence he has already served two years of his sentence. The 39-year-old Saman played 101 first-class and 77 List A games. The charges relate to the 2021 Abu Dhabi T10 Cricket League and attempts to corrupt matches in that tournament which were disrupted by the ICC, the Designated Anti-Corruption Official (DACO) for the purposes of the ECB's Code for the tournament. (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: August 15, 2025, 17:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.