ICC charges West Indies player, two officials; all suspended from cricket with immediate effect The International Cricket Council (ICC) has charged a West Indies player and two team officials for alleged match-fixing activities, leading to their immediate suspension from all cricket-related activities. The three individuals—Rathod, the owner of the Titans franchise, Searles, and Griffith—face multiple charges under the Cricket West Indies (CWI) Code and the ICC Anti-Corruption Code. The allegations include attempts to influence the outcome of matches, encouraging players or support staff to engage in corrupt practices, and failing to cooperate with investigators. Griffith, in particular, faces additional charges under the ICC Code for allegedly obstructing an anti-corruption investigation by concealing or tampering with information. Searles and Griffith are also accused of not reporting potential corrupt approaches or invitations. All three have been provisionally suspended from cricket activities with immediate effect. They have 14 days, starting March 11, 2026, to respond to the charges. The case is part of a broader investigation into corruption within the Bim10 tournament. Earlier in January, United States player Aaron Jones was charged with five breaches of anti-corruption codes by both the ICC and CWI. The ICC has stated it will not comment further until the disciplinary process concludes. The charges highlight the ICC’s ongoing efforts to address corruption in cricket, particularly in regional tournaments. The suspensions underscore the seriousness of the allegations and the organization’s commitment to enforcing its anti-corruption policies. The investigation into Griffith, Searles, and Rathod is expected to provide further insights into the extent of the alleged misconduct and its implications for the sport.#cricket #icc #west_indies #cricket_west_indies #bim10
