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Sunny Dhillon was found to have breached the Emirates Cricket Board’s (ECB) anti-corruption rules on Tuesday and will be banned from all cricket for six years, according to a release from the International Cricket Council (ICC). “The former assistant coach of the franchise team in the Abu Dhabi T10 Cricket League has been banned from playing all forms of cricket,” the ICC said in a statement. Dhillon, who was an assistant coach for the franchise team, was one of eight people charged with violating anti-corruption laws last year. The charges relate to the 2021 Abu Dhabi T10 Cricket League and attempts to influence the outcome of matches during the tournament.
These efforts were thwarted by the ICC and the Designated Anti-Corruption Officer (DACO) for the purposes of the ECB’s regulations for the tournament.
After a full hearing and presentation of written and oral arguments, the Tribunal found Dhillon guilty of: Article 2.1.1 – Engaging in any attempt to improperly modify, design or influence a match or aspect of the match at the Abu Dhabi T10 2021.
Clause 2.4.4 – Failure to disclose to DACO full details of any approach or invitation received to engage in corrupt conduct under the Code.
Article 2.4.6 – Failure or refusal to cooperate with investigations conducted by DACO regarding possible acts of corruption under the Code without compelling justification.
The ban dates back to September 13, 2023, the date Dhillon was provisionally suspended.
In the 2024 edition of the Abu Dhabi T10, Deccan Gladiators set off fireworks to achieve the target of 105 runs by securing eight wickets and three overs against Morrisville Samp Army at the Zayed Cricket Stadium.
Jos Buttler was named Player of the Tournament 2024.
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