Robin Uthappa is required to appear at the ED’s Delhi office on Monday, September 22, while Yuvraj Singh has been asked to attend for questioning the next day, September 23.
An ED source confirmed, “Uthappa has been asked to appear on September 22, and Singh on September 23 at the agency’s Delhi headquarters.”
These summons come shortly after the ED recorded statements from retired Indian players Shikhar Dhawan and Suresh Raina in the same case.
Officials say the 1xBet case involves possible violations of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The investigation is looking into money transactions connected to the betting app, which is banned in India.
A source added, “Investigators think that celebrity endorsements and financial links could help trace how money moved through the app.”
Former cricketers Yuvraj Singh and Robin Uthappa, who helped India win the first T20 World Cup in 2007, have appeared in promotional videos for 1xBet. They are required to give their statements under the PMLA.
Yuvraj Singh made his international cricket debut in October 2000 against Kenya. During his career, he played 40 Test matches, 304 ODIs, and 58 T20Is. He was named Player of the Tournament when India won the 2011 ODI World Cup. Over his career, Yuvraj scored 11,778 runs and took 148 wickets across all three formats. Today, he spends his time enjoying golf with friends.
Robin Uthappa played 46 ODIs and 13 T20Is, scoring 934 and 249 runs respectively. Although his international career was not very remarkable, he became a dependable batsman in the Indian Premier League (IPL), especially with Kolkata Knight Riders. Now 39, he spends his time as a cricket expert, appearing on many pre-match and post-match shows.
FAQ
Why did the ED summon Yuvraj Singh and Robin Uthappa?
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) summoned them in connection with an investigation into an illegal betting app operating in India.
What is the nature of the illegal betting case?
The case involves allegations of promoting and facilitating an illegal betting application, which is under scrutiny by Indian authorities.
Has either cricketer been accused of wrongdoing yet?
As of now, they have only been called for questioning. No formal charges have been announced.
How many matches did Robin Uthappa play internationally?
Uthappa played 46 ODIs and 13 T20Is for India.
