Kashi Rudras team manager approached via Instagram; police launch probe into alleged attempt to fix match
Match-Fixing Allegations Shake UP T20 Cricket League
The UP T20 League has been rocked by serious match-fixing allegations after Arjun Chauhan, team manager of Kashi Rudras, claimed he was offered ₹1 crore by an individual posing as a bookie.
The approach was allegedly made via Instagram, where the person behind the ID @vipss_nakrani contacted Chauhan, offering money in exchange for influencing a player’s performance.
“The bookie wanted a player to perform according to his strategy and promised at least ₹50 lakh per match,” Chauhan stated.
Key Details of the Match-Fixing Attempt
- Alleged contact was made via Instagram from the handle @vipss_nakrani
- Offer made: ₹1 crore, with the promise of more (₹50 lakh per match)
- The money was to be transferred online in US dollars
- The individual identified himself as a “big bookie” from Lucknow
- Attempt was made to influence player performance in the Kashi Rudras team
FIR Registered, Investigation Underway
An FIR (First Information Report) has been registered at the Sushant Golf City Police Station in Lucknow under multiple sections of Indian law, including:
- BNS Sections 49, 56, 61, 62, 112, 318, 319
- Section 3 of the Public Gambling Act
- Section 66D of the IT Act (Information Technology Act)
The FIR was filed by Hardayal Singh Champawat, Regional Integrity Manager of the Anti-Corruption Unit (Central Region), Jaipur, currently stationed in Lucknow.
“We take all match-fixing claims seriously. The investigation is ongoing,” said a senior official from the anti-corruption unit.
Anti-Corruption Watchdogs on Alert
This case has triggered a broader alert within the cricket anti-corruption framework, with officials now:
- Monitoring team activities closely
- Reviewing recent player performances
- Scrutinizing digital communications related to betting or match manipulation
What’s Next?
The Lucknow Police have launched a full investigation into the matter. Authorities are working to:
- Identify and trace the person behind the Instagram account
- Verify the money trail and communication
- Ensure player and team integrity in ongoing and future matches
Impact on the UP T20 League
This scandal threatens to damage the reputation of one of India’s fast-growing domestic cricket tournaments. Organizers and governing bodies may:
- Implement stricter monitoring mechanisms
- Introduce real-time reporting tools
- Work closely with cybercrime units to prevent further incidents
Summary
- Who was targeted? Kashi Rudras team manager Arjun Chauhan
- How? Contacted via Instagram by alleged bookie
- What was offered? ₹1 crore for influencing match outcome
- Legal action: FIR filed under multiple laws; police investigation ongoing
The shocking match-fixing allegations in the UP T20 League have raised serious concerns about the integrity of domestic cricket. With a ₹1 crore bribe offer now under police investigation, this incident serves as a crucial reminder of the ongoing threats posed by illegal betting and match manipulation. As authorities dig deeper, the cricketing community watches closely — hoping for transparency, accountability, and swift justice.
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