Now, fixing hits Kenya

A Kenyan player is being investigated over suspicion of fixing a 2011 World Cup game against Pakistan in Hambantota, according to the chief of Kenya Cricket Board.

A Kenyan player is being investigated over suspicion of fixing a 2011 World Cup game against Pakistan in Hambantota, according to the chief of Kenya Cricket Board.

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Tom Sears, the outgoing Chief Executive Officer of Cricket Kenya, did not give the name of the Kenyan player but said that the ICC has begun investigation into the matter.

Assisting ICC
"We are happy to assist the ICC in any way to ensure that any corruption in the game is dealt with and if there has been any wrongdoing, any individuals involved are punished accordingly. The Kenyan Ministry of Sport and Youth Affairs is aware of the allegations and has also pledged their support in eradicating any corruption," Sears said. It is learnt that the ICC has advised the Kenyan Board not to engage the player concerned in any official capacity.

The player who is not part of Kenya's current squad has not been suspended but is under investigation. Sears said Cricket Kenya was contacted by the ICC late last year over suspicions.

An ICC spokesman, however, refused to comment.

Pakistan won the match by 205 runs after bowling out Kenya for 112. During the Pakistan innings, Kenya's bowlers conceded 37 wides, equalling the world record.

Kenya's performance in the 2011 World Cup, which they ended without a win, was heavily criticised and some seniors were not offered new contracts.