Lalit Modi’s Big Allegations Against Dawood Network (Image Internet)
New Delhi: Former Indian Premier League commissioner Lalit Modi has claimed that his efforts to curb match-fixing during the early years of the tournament led to serious threats allegedly linked to underworld networks. Speaking in an interview, he said his stance against corruption in cricket created conflict with illegal betting syndicates.
Modi alleged that criminal networks associated with Dawood Ibrahim operated a large betting ecosystem influencing cricket outcomes. He claimed the system, often referred to as “Satta Bazaar,” involved shifting odds on every ball rather than fixing entire matches.
He also alleged that he personally faced intimidation attempts and was offered large sums of money to ignore illegal activities linked to betting operations.
Modi further stated that he was targeted in multiple alleged assassination attempts across different countries, including India, South Africa and Europe. He also claimed that he was placed under high-level security protection following these incidents.
He additionally alleged that his family faced threats, including a claim that his son was briefly kidnapped in London, though he provided no supporting evidence in the interview.
Recalling an incident from 2012, Modi described a late-night meeting in London involving intermediaries who allegedly attempted to secure an IPL franchise for individuals linked to betting syndicates. He claimed a phone call was made during the meeting to Dawood Ibrahim, during which pressure was applied regarding cricket-related business interests.
Modi alleged that modern betting networks have become highly sophisticated, with manipulation shifting from entire matches to specific overs and even individual deliveries. He suggested covert signals are sometimes used within the sport to influence betting outcomes.
The claims made by Lalit Modi remain his personal account and have not been independently verified. Indian cricket authorities and law enforcement agencies have previously investigated issues related to betting and match-fixing in the sport, but no official confirmation has been provided regarding the specific allegations mentioned.
