DUBAI: It has been revealed that six players in total are involved in the scandal that has hit the Pakistan Super League hard.
However, only three have been identified as yet. Players from other franchises such as Lahore Qalandars and Quetta Gladiators are also being investigated by the management.
“Three to four more players from Qalandars and Gladiators are also under the radar and their names will be confirmed once investigation is complete,” a source privy to the development said.
Additionally, bookies gave a specified coloured bat grip so the batsmen could be identified by gamblers during matches. They also offered Rs500,000 to players.
Karachi Kings’ opener Shahzaib Hasan was recalled from the field on Friday for questioning during the match against Peshawar Zalmi. He is also expected to be suspended.
According to a PCB spokesperson, the central contract of the players were suspended as well.
Following the suspensions, PSL chairman Najam Sethi in a statement issued by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said that the investigation is a clear example of the board’s commitment to drive corruption out of the sport.