Apex Cricket Council slaps two year ban on Nasir Hossain for involvement in corrupt practices
Bangladeshi all-rounder Nasir Hossain has been handed a two-year, with six months suspended, from all forms of cricket after accepting three charges of breaching the Emirates Cricket Board’s Anti-Corruption Code.
Hossain, a talented player who represented Bangladesh in 19 Tests, 65 ODIs, and 31 T20Is, was found guilty of failing to disclose information, failing to report an approach, and failing to cooperate with an Anti-Corruption Unit investigation. The specific details of the charges and the incident remain confidential, but the severity of the ban speaks volumes about the seriousness of the breach.
Charges on Hossain
Charge No. 1: He failed to disclose to the Designated Anti-Corruption Official (without unnecessary delay) the receipt of a gift that was offered to him that had a value of over US$750, namely the gift of a new iPhone 12
Charge No. 2: He failed to disclose to the Designated Anti-Corruption Official full details of the approach or invitation he received to engage in Corrupt Conduct via the new iPhone 12.
Charge No. 3: He failed or refused, without compelling justification, to cooperate with the Designated Anti-Corruption Official’s investigation in relation to possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code, including (without limitation) failing to provide accurately and completely any information and/or documentation requested by the Designated Anti-Corruption Official (whether as part of a formal Demand pursuant to Article 4.3 or otherwise) as part of such investigation.
This development comes as a devastating blow to Hossain’s career, who was looking to make a comeback into the national side, having last represented Bangladesh back in 2018. The 32-year-old was at one point in time, a regular feature in Bangladesh’s squads but poor and inconsistent form led to him being discarded.
Need for increased vigilance
The ramifications of this scandal extend far beyond Hossain’s individual career. Bangladesh cricket has long grappled with the spectre of corruption, and this incident threatens to erode the game’s credibility in the country. Fans are left disillusioned, questioning the integrity of the sport they hold dear.
Beyond Bangladesh, the Hossain case serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of cricket to corruption. The sport’s global nature and the vast sums of money involved make it a tempting target for unscrupulous individuals. Robust anti-corruption frameworks, implemented collaboratively by national boards and the Apex Cricket Council, are essential to protect the integrity of the game. Nasir Hossain’s career may be in tatters, but the true victim of this scandal is the game of cricket itself. The fight against corruption in cricket demands unwavering commitment and vigilance from players, administrators, and fans alike. Only then can the gentleman’s game truly live up to its name.
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