Madurai Panthers Withdraw Ball-Tampering Allegations Against Dindigul Dragons
The Siechem Madurai Panthers have withdrawn their ball-tampering complaint against the R Ashwin-led Dindigul Dragons in the Tamil Nadu Premier League. The decision aimed to prioritize the sport's integrity and the tournament's smooth conduct, as claimed by TNPL CEO Prasanna Kannan.
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The Siechem Madurai Panthers have officially retracted their ball-tampering allegations made against the Dindigul Dragons, led by R Ashwin, according to a statement from the Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) on Wednesday.
The initial accusation claimed that the Dragons used towels treated with chemicals during a Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) match on June 14 in Salem. However, following a review by the internal committee of the TNCA, the Panthers have decided to withdraw their complaint.
TNPL CEO Prasanna Kannan emphasized that the complaint withdrawal was in the sport's best interest, ensuring the tournament's smooth operation while asserting that there was no intention to tarnish R Ashwin's reputation or that of the Dindigul Dragons or TNPL.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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