US EditionR Ashwin and his team Dindigul accused of ‘blatant ball tampering despite repeated warnings'; TNPL CEO demands proof
- The Madurai Panthers accused R Ashwin and his Dindigul Dragons team of ball tampering during their June 14 match at Salem Cricket Foundation Ground.
- The allegations, claiming towels treated with chemicals altered the ball's condition, followed a written complaint sent more than 24 hours after the game ended.
- TNPL CEO Prasanna Kannan rejected the accusations as unsubstantiated and speculative, stating no evidence or official concern arose during the match.
- Kannan demanded that Madurai provide material proof by 3 PM on June 17 to support their claim, warning that failure to comply may lead to sanctions.
- If credible evidence emerges, an Independent Commission of Enquiry will be formed, but until then, Ashwin was cleared of ball tampering on June 16.
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R Ashwin and his team Dindigul accused of ‘blatant ball tampering despite repeated warnings'; TNPL CEO demands proof
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