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As per the latest reports in ESPN Cricinfo, former Zimbabwe captain Brendan Taylor is reportedly set to face ban by ICC for not reporting spot-fixing approach on time.
Taylor reportedly met with an Indian businessman in October 2019 after being asked “to discuss sponsorships and the potential launch of a T20 competition in Zimbabwe”.
Reports further quote Brendan saying,
“It took me 4 months to report this offence and interaction to the ICC,” Taylor said. “I acknowledge this was too long of a time but I thought I could protect everyone and in particular, my family. I approached the ICC on my own terms and I hoped that if I explained my predicament, my genuine fear for our safety and wellbeing, that they would understand the delay. Unfortunately, they did not, but I cannot feign ignorance in this regard. I have attended many anti-corruption seminars over the years and we know that time is of the essence when making reports.”
Taylor also revealed that he had “never been involved in any form of match-fixing. I may be many things but I am not a cheat. My love for the beautiful game of cricket far outweighs and surpasses any threats which could be thrown my way.” Soon after this, he has been banned by the ICC for 3 years.
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