The BCCI has issued a warning to all stakeholders of the IPL, including owners, players, coaches, and commentators, regarding a dubious businessman from Hyderabad who is attempting to lure participants into corrupt activities. The Anti-Corruption Security Unit (ACSU) has identified the individual as having links to punters and bookies, with a history of involvement in corrupt practices. The businessman is reportedly posing as a fan and approaching IPL participants with expensive gifts, trying to befriend them and invite them to private parties. He has also been targeting family members of players, offering them gifts and attempting to contact relatives abroad through social media.
The 18th edition of the IPL, which began in Kolkata last month, has seen 31 matches so far. Five teams are tied on eight points, including Gujarat Titans, Delhi Capitals, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Punjab Kings, and Lucknow Super Giants, each with four wins. Chennai Super Kings are at the bottom of the table with just two wins. Mumbai Indians, Rajasthan Royals, and Sunrisers Hyderabad have also secured four points each. The BCCI has urged all IPL teams to be cautious and report any interactions with the suspicious businessman.
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