Cricket Club Issues Statement with Former Player Facing Rape Charges
Robin Das was released on conditional bail after Essex suspended him and did not renew his contract, while Judge Freya Newbury set a five-day trial for January 2028.
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Bangladeshi-Origin Former Essex Cricketer Robin Das Appears In Court Over Twin Rape Charges
Bangladeshi-origin former Essex cricketer Robin Das appeared in court on two rape charges, with his trial set for January 2028. Released on conditional bail, he was suspended by Essex, which did not renew his contract
Essex Releases Bangladesh-Origin Cricketer Robin Das Following Rape Allegations; Trial Set for January 2028 | 🏏 LatestLY
Essex County Cricket Club confirmed the release of 24-year-old batter Robin Das, effective before the 2026 season's end, following his suspension due to two rape charges. Das appeared at Inner London Crown Court on October 9, 2026, and received conditional bail. His five-day trial is set for January 10, 2028. 🏏 Essex Releases Bangladesh-Origin Cricketer Robin Das Following Rape Allegations; Trial Set for January 2028.
English county club Essex release Bangladesh-origin player amid rape case
Essex County Cricket Club confirmed Robin Das, a 24-year-old batter of Bangladeshi origin, is no longer under contract following his suspension and unavailability. Das faces two rape charges and was granted conditional bail ahead of a five-day trial scheduled for January 2028. Essex stressed that ending his contract was separate from the ongoing legal proceedings.
Essex part ways with Robin Das after his court appearance over rape charges
Essex has taken strong action against Robin Das. Essex confirmed that Robin Das is no longer part of the county cricket club. The decision comes after the 24-year-old appeared before a court in London on Friday (October 9) in a case in which he faces two rape charges.
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