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Int'l Cricket Council
2 hours ago
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- 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 hours 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
News18
5 hours ago
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- News18
ICC Hands Ex-Sri Lankan Cricketer 5-Year Ban For Trying To Fix Abu Dhabi T10
Last Updated: Former Sri Lankan cricketer Saliya Saman has been banned for five years for violating the ECB Anti-Corruption Code during the 2021 Abu Dhabi T10 League. Former Sri Lankan domestic cricketer Saliya Saman has been banned from all cricket for five years following an ICC Anti-Corruption Tribunal's verdict that found him guilty of violating the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) Anti-Corruption Code. Saman was one of eight individuals charged in September 2023 for breaches of the Code. The ban is retroactive from 13 September 2023, the date Saman was provisionally suspended. Consequently, he has already served two years of his sentence. The 39-year-old cricketer played 101 first-class matches and 77 List A games. The charges stem from the 2021 Abu Dhabi T10 Cricket League and involved attempts to corrupt matches in the tournament, which were thwarted by the ICC and the Designated Anti-Corruption Official (DACO) for the ECB's Code. 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 ICC in their report said, Saliya Saman 'is willing to undertake any education or rehabilitation programme" and 'considering his financial circumstances, and the fact that he did not receive any financial consideration". Who Is Saliya Saman? Saliya Saman represented teams like Basnahira North, Galle Cricket Club, Kandurata, Lankan Cricket Club, Ragama Cricket Club, Sri Lanka Under-17 and Under-19 teams. Saliya Saman played 101 first-class matches, amassing 3,662 runs at an average of 27.95, including 2 centuries and 22 fifties, with a highest score of 129. In 77 List A games, he scored 898 runs at an average of 18.32, with 1 fifty and a top score of 65. In T20s, he made 673 runs from 47 matches at an average of 24.92 and a strike rate of 129.92, featuring 2 fifties and a best score of 78 not out. Across all formats, he contributed with 27 catches in first-class cricket, 11 in List A, and 14 in T20s. In 101 first-class matches, he bowled 11,303 deliveries, taking 231 wickets at an average of 25.92, with his best innings figures being 8 for 53. He achieved seven five-wicket hauls, one ten-wicket match haul, and maintained an economy rate of 3.17. In 77 List A matches, he bowled 2,915 deliveries, claiming 84 wickets at an average of 27.63, with best figures of 4 for 41 and an economy rate of 4.77. In T20 cricket, he took 58 wickets in 47 matches from 851 deliveries at an impressive average of 18.68 and a strike rate of 14.6, with best figures of 5 for 18 and an economy rate of 7.64. First Published: News cricket ICC Hands Ex-Sri Lankan Cricketer 5-Year Ban For Trying To Fix Abu Dhabi T10 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.
Time of India
5 hours ago
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- 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!
Time of India
5 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
ICC bans former SL first-class player Saliya Saman for trying to fix Abu Dhabi T10
Dubai: 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. Independence Day 2025 Modi signals new push for tech independence with local chips The 'Hindu-German conspiracy' that nearly shook the British Raj Engines of Independence: Why the heart of India's fighter jets must beat at home 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. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Undo 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. Live Events 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".
