Robin Uthappa Summoned by ED in Illicit Betting Case

New Delhi, Sep 16 (PTI) — The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued a summons to former cricketer Robin Uthappa for questioning regarding an alleged illicit online betting case linked to money laundering. His questioning is scheduled for September 22, according to sources. The 39-year-old has been requested to provide a statement under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) concerning a platform known as 1xBet. He is expected to appear on September 22, sources confirmed.

Robin Uthappa is the third former Indian cricketer to be summoned in connection with this case in Delhi. The federal investigation agency recently questioned former cricketers Suresh Raina and Shikhar Dhawan. Additionally, the ED recorded the statement of former TMC MP and actor Mimi Chakraborty earlier this week. On Tuesday, Bengali actor Ankush Hazra complied with his summons by appearing before the ED, while actor Urvashi Rautela, acting as India's brand ambassador for 1xBet, has yet to make her appearance.

The investigation seeks to uncover the operations of alleged illegal betting apps accused of defrauding numerous individuals and investors of significant sums or evading substantial tax payments. 1xBet is described by the company as a globally recognized bookmaker with 18 years of experience in the betting industry. The platform allows customers to place bets on thousands of sporting events, with accessibility in 70 languages, according to the company's description.

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