Spot fixing in Ashes test series 2017-18

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Third Ashes Test mired in allegations of spot-fixing

Cricbuzz Staff • Last updated on Thu, 14 Dec, 2017, 06:57 AM

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The build-up to the third Ashes Test was overshadowed by spot-fixing claims © Getty

The third Ashes Test has been mired in controversy as The Sun claimed that spot-fixers have targeted the Perth match and that they also offered to provide details regarding the rigged periods of play.

The Sun reported that two Indian bookies offered to sell details of rigged periods of play and "asked for up to GPB 140,000 to "spot fix" markets such as the exact amount of runs scored in an over."

Reacting to the report, an ICC Spokesman said: "These are serious allegations and of grave concern. Our anti-corruption unit will continue working to uphold integrity in cricket focusing on education, prevention and disruption of any attempts to corrupt, including in relation to the third Test in Australia."

Cricket Australia and the England and Wales Cricket Board assured full cooperation to any investigation by the ICC Anti-Corruption Unit.

"Cricket Australia takes a zero-tolerance approach against anybody trying to bring the game into disrepute," a CA spokesman said. "Cricket Australia will co-operate fully with any ICC Anti-Corruption Unit investigation.

"Australian cricket has a long-standing, proactive approach to sports integrity management and Cricket Australia has a dedicated Anti-Corruption and Security Unit (ACSU) to prevent corruption within Australian domestic competitions, including the BBL.

"In addition to this, all players participating in CA sanctioned competitions, including the BBL, are required to complete an anti-corruption education session before they can compete.

"CA works closely with the ICC ACU on all international fixtures played in Australia. Players are able to report any suspicions they have on a confidential basis and in the past there has been a strong Australian player culture to do so."

An ECB spokesperson said: "ECB work closely with the ICC and their Anti-Corruption unit to protect the integrity of the international game . We are aware of these allegations and there is no suggestion that any of the England team is involved in any way."

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The Sun reported that two Indian bookies offered to sell details of rigged periods of play and "asked for up to GPB 140,000 to "spot fix" markets such as the exact amount of runs scored in an over."

Reacting to the report, an ICC Spokesman said: "These are serious allegations and of grave concern. Our anti-corruption unit will continue working to uphold integrity in cricket focusing on education, prevention and disruption of any attempts to corrupt, including in relation to the third Test in Australia."

Cricket Australia and the England and Wales Cricket Board assured full cooperation to any investigation by the ICC Anti-Corruption Unit.

"Cricket Australia takes a zero-tolerance approach against anybody trying to bring the game into disrepute," a CA spokesman said. "Cricket Australia will co-operate fully with any ICC Anti-Corruption Unit investigation.