ED attaches assets worth Rs 11.14 crore of former Team India stars in money laundering probe: Reports
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth ₹11.14 crore belonging to former Indian cricketers Shikhar Dhawan and Suresh Raina in a money laundering probe linked to betting platform 1xBet, as part of a wider crackdown on illegal betting activities.
In a major development, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth ₹11.14 crore belonging to former Indian cricketers Shikhar Dhawan and Suresh Raina in connection with a money laundering investigation linked to the illegal betting platform 1xBet.
According to reports from The Times of India, the ED’s action comes as part of a wider crackdown on online betting and financial irregularities involving several celebrity endorsements. The assets in question have been temporarily seized under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
Investigation Details
1xBet, an offshore betting company, has been accused of defrauding users and evading taxes running into several crores. As per the report:
- Suresh Raina was questioned for over eight hours regarding his promotional association with the platform.
- Shikhar Dhawan, who had also collaborated with 1xBet for advertising campaigns, is yet to appear before the ED. His statement is expected to be recorded in the coming days.
The case highlights the government’s ongoing efforts to curb illegal betting and financial fraud, which have recently come under increased scrutiny following similar actions against multiple online platforms.
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Players’ Careers
Both Dhawan and Raina were key members of India’s white-ball cricket setup for over a decade:
- Shikhar Dhawan: 167 ODIs, 34 Tests, and 68 T20Is (Last appearance: ODI, 2022)
- Suresh Raina: 226 ODIs, 18 Tests, and 78 T20Is (Last appearance: ODI, 2018)
Dhawan, renowned for his explosive starts in ICC tournaments, last represented India in 2022, while Raina, one of India’s most consistent middle-order batters and a 2011 World Cup winner, retired from international cricket in 2020.
The ED’s move marks a significant step in the ongoing probe, with more developments expected in the coming weeks as the investigation widens into celebrity involvement with betting companies.
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