A recent controversy has erupted within the TNPL, with Siechem Madurai Panthers levelling critical ball-tampering allegations against Dindigul Dragons and its captain R. Ashwin following Dragons’ nine-wicket victory on Saturday.
Madurai Panthers has formally written to TNPL CEO Prasanna Kannan that Ashwin and his group tampered with the ball throughout the match. The franchise claimed that the Dindigul-side used chemically handled towels, which allegedly made the ball heavier and triggered it to provide a metallic sound upon contact with the bat.
In response, the TNPL dismissed the allegations as “unsubstantiated” and requested the franchise to furnish “material evidence” to assist its claims. The league additionally clarified that the towels offered to each groups had been commonplace challenge and made equally obtainable. It additional acknowledged that the umpires and match referee maintained strict oversight of the ball’s situation all through the match.
“No protest or concern regarding ball tampering was raised during the match by any official or team representative. The allegation appears to be post-facto, speculative in nature, and based solely on internal team communications without supporting evidence,” learn the e-mail from CEO Prasanna Kannan, which was accessed by The Hindu.
The TNCA, in its assertion, stated it had reviewed the allegations and located no proof. Match officers additionally reported no considerations. However, it acknowledged that groups could request an unbiased inquiry by 3 p.m. on Tuesday with credible proof, and that any baseless claims could result in disciplinary motion.
Published – June 16, 2025 08:26 pm IST
