ICC appeals ruling in Bangladesh match-fixing probe

Cricket

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) set up the tribunal after they were made aware of possible incidents of corruption in the Bangladesh Premier League.

Reports suggest that six players were found not guilty by the tribunal, leading to an appeal from the BCB.

The ICC has now confirmed that it will follow suit, stating that they believe the findings to be incorrect.

"The ICC and the BCB can confirm that we have received the full written decision from the anti-corruption tribunal," read an ICC statement. 

"As previously indicated, we are extremely disappointed at the outcome of the proceedings, and seeing the reasons given by the tribunal for its decision has done nothing to address our concerns.

"In the ICC's view, clear and compelling evidence of corruption by a number of individuals have not been taken into account properly.

"Having now had the opportunity to review the detailed decision in its entirety and taken advice on it, we believe that we have very strong grounds on which we can base our appeal. 

"We do not believe that the sport would be sending the right message if it does not challenge what, in our opinion, are incorrect findings."

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