The special investigation unit, tasked with upholding the integrity of the sport, is delving into the player auction process of the LPL tournament.
They are particularly interested in the acquisition of players by team owners at varying prices. Insider information suggests that the unit suspects foul play in the high-priced acquisition of certain players during the recent LPL player auction, hinting at the possibility of a larger, intriguing conspiracy.
Does Isuru Udana play cricket?
The GALLE Marvels, a team that has recently come under scrutiny, have acquired retired player Isuru Udana for a staggering $100,000.
This acquisition has raised eyebrows, with concerns that the deal may have been pre-arranged before the player auction, potentially indicating a breach of fair play. It’s crucial to note that the GALLE team is owned by Prem Tucker, a fact that adds another layer of complexity to the situation.
Is black money used for this?
The Special Investigation Unit for the Prevention of Wrongdoing in Sports is leaving no stone unturned in its investigation.
It is closely monitoring the flow of foreign exchange into Sri Lanka during international tournaments like LPL, suspecting potential fraudulent re-crediting of money to foreign countries’ accounts.
The unit is also investigating potential schemes to obtain commission money after purchasing certain players at auctions. In a bid to uncover the truth, the Special Investigation Unit plans to interrogate more individuals in the near future.
Cheating out in the open
The Special Investigation Unit has apprehended Tamim Rahman, a Bangladeshi national suspected to be the owner of the Dambulla Thunders team in the upcoming LPL tournament.
Following the arrest, the unit indicated they would conduct a comprehensive investigation based on intelligence gathered regarding the tournament.
Despite being remanded by the court, Rahman participated in the player auction as the owner of the Dambulla Thunders team, acquiring 24 local and foreign players for four and a half hundred thousand US dollars.
It’s worth noting that the official list of LPL owners identifies a British company, Imperial Sports Group, as the owner of the Dambulla team. This unexpected involvement of foreign entities adds a surprising twist to the unfolding scandal.
The name of a British company is also related
According to the government website gov. uk, Imperial Sports Group was registered last February. It’s worth noting that the name of Tamim Rahman is not mentioned among the two people named as its owners.
The company’s registration indicates only two active directors: Daniel Joseph Williams (Director and Administrator) and Drew Cameron Sherman (Director Sports Coach).
The company is registered under the category 93199 – Other sports activities and is located at 222 Heathwood Road, Cardiff, Wales, CF14 4BS in the United Kingdom. Despite efforts to contact the two owners, there is no clear information about them.
It’s unclear whether this company has any relationship with Tamim Rahman. There are suspicions that Tamim Rahman may have misused this company’s name, and the person arrested according to that registration appeared to be the owner of Imperial Sports Company.
Who owns Giant Sports Group?
A company named Giant Sports Group is registered at 124 City Road, London, England, EC1V 2NX. It is registered under the category 93110 – Operation of sports facilities, with a registration date of February 12, 2024.
This company has two directors: Tamim Rahman and Sabbir-Al-Mahmud SANY.
Sabbir-Al-Mahmud SANY’s LinkedIn account contains details about him, and his photos can be found by searching the internet. You can also connect to his LinkedIn account by visiting the link associated with these images.
A person resembling the photos of Sabbir-Al-Mahmud SANY presented at the LPL player auction, seated at the table belonging to the Dabulla Thunder team. Tamim Rahman was seated at same table.
Is this a coincidence, or could it be that the individual associated with Giant Sports Group is interested in the Dambulla Thunder team?
Both Imperial Sports Group and Giant Sports Group register within two weeks of the same month. One company was registered on February 12 and the other on February 20.
The Special Investigation Unit for the Prevention of Misconduct in Sports at the Sugathadasa Indoor Sports Complex has revealed significant information needed to arrest the person in question. No support has been received from any party in this matter.
