Shocking! Four Assam players suspended for match-fixing in SMAT 2025

The four players were accused of instigating some of the Assam players who took part in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.

In what has been the most shocking incident, the Assam Cricket Association (ACA) has suspended four players in Amit Sinha, Ishan Ahmed, Aman Tripathi and Abhishek Thakuri for match-fixing in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025. The tournament is underway with the final set to take place next week.

ACA has filed an FIR with the local police’s crime branch against these four players. Amit Sinha, Ishan Ahmed, Aman Tripathi and Abhishek Thakuri have been accused of instigating some of the Assam players who took part in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025.

“After the allegations came to light, the Anti-Corruption and Security Unit (ASCU) of the BCCI conducted an enquiry. The ACA has also initiated criminal proceedings. 

“Prima facie, there appears to be their involvement in serious misconduct, affecting the integrity of the sport. They have been suspended to curtail any scope of further deterioration of the situation,” Sanatan Das, the ACA secretary, said.

Four Assam players won’t be allowed take part in any state-level tournaments or matches of ACA

In their suspension period, these players won’t be allowed to take part in any state-level tournaments or matches conducted by the ACA, its district units or affiliated clubs. Also, they are barred from participating in any cricket-related activity, including officiating as match referee, coach, umpire etc. are also banned while under suspension.

The ACA secretary also added that they have directed all the district associations to ensure strict compliance with the order, and to inform clubs and academies under their jurisdiction of the ACA’s decision. These players have represented Assam at various stages.

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