The BCCI today termed the alleged spot-fixing scandal in the Indian Premier League and other domestic competitions as “disturbing” and said it would take strict action against those found guilty of indulging in corrupt practices.

“The footage that was shown by the television channel was very disturbing,” BCCI chief admisnistrative officer Mr Ratnakar Shetty said.

“There has been an immediate action proposed by the BCCI president, and strong action will be taken against those found to be guilty,” he added.

The channel, India TV, claimed it had done a sting operation in which many IPL players confessed on hidden camera that they get much more than their prescribed auction under the table.

According to the channel, its operation also revealed that spot-fixing is not only prevalent in IPL but also that first class matches are fixed and women played an important role in match-fixing.

“We will not tolerate any such thing. BCCI has zero tolerance when it comes to corruption and dope related issues. These footage are very disturbing for the BCCI,” said Mr Shetty.

Shetty also informed that BCCI president Mr N Srinivasan has asked the television channel for the CD to see the “complete footage” of the ‘sting operation’ and examine it thoroughly.

“The Board has written a letter to the channel and has asked for the CD and get an access to whatever was displayed.

The BCCI will fully inquire into the issue,” he insisted.

Maken asks BCCI to take prompt action

The Sports Minister, Mr Ajay Maken today said the onus lies with the BCCI as far as the IPL spot-fixing is concerned and has asked the Board to take prompt action in the interest of the millions of cricket fans in the country.

“I am sure and wish that BCCI acts fast, goes into the root cause of this problem and solves the problem in the interest of the millions of fans in cricket in our country,” said Mr Maken.

The Sports Minister also hoped that the BCCI would sort out the issue at the earliest.

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