Dubai: Wicketkeeper-Batsman UEA Was Shabbir on Monday was banned from all the cricket for four years after he claimed to break the six accusations of the ICC anti-corruption code during the series against Nepal and Zimbabwe in 2019) revealed that Shabbir violated the article 2.4.4, 2.4.5 .
2.4.6 and 2.4.7 from the code.
Shabbir failed to reveal to the anti-corruption unit (ACU) complete details of the approach to approaches to engage in corrupt behavior in connection with the series against Nepal in January / February 2019.
He also failed to reveal to ACU Details of the approach or invitation to be involved in corrupt behavior in connection Zimbabwe in April 2019.
He also did not reveal the approach received by a team-mate to be involved in corrupt behavior in connection with the series against Zimbabwe and hiding the details of the facts and / or incidents he realized who might have proven corrupt behavior by other participants.
In accordance with Article 2.4.6, he failed to work with ACU’s investigation by submitting all its cellphones on request and failed to produce documentation requested by ACU and also blocking ACU’s investigation by hiding information that might be relevant to the investigation (2.4.7).
The prohibition is valid until August 20, 2025.
“Shabbir plays 40 matches for the UAE and is expected to understand his responsibilities as an international cricketer.” He also attended at least three anti-corruption education sessions where the players were reminded of his obligations.
To report any approach by Corrupters, “Alex Marshall, General Manager ICC – Unit Integrity, said.” It was disappointing to note that he did not report any approach.
Even though he was cooperative when interviewed and revealed regret, just right that he was banned so that a strong message went out to other players and potential corruption, “he added.