There is very little doubt that cricket in India has drawn millions of fans for decades. Indians have worshipped the game like no other nation and even in the fast-paced modern world have remained loyal, taking time out to watch a five-day Test or an express Twenty20 game. Though the game has been a source of joy for many, the allegations of betting and corruption, especially in the money pumped Indian Premier League (IPL) have been causes of concern. In 2013, several players, IPL team owners and officials of the Board of Cricket Control in India (BCCI) were accused of betting and spot-fixing. Various litigations were initiated and recently the Indian Supreme Court in its decision lashed out at the BCCI, the sole body governing cricket and related activities in India. Though the BCCI is a ‘private’ body and does not per se fall within the control of the central or any of the state governments in India, the court said the BCCI carries out important “public function” such as organising cricket activities in India and selecting cricket teams for various competitive games, including the national team. The Court ruled that since the BCCI is performing various important public functions… Read full this story
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