Lalit Modi Backs State T20 Leagues As Key Talent Pathway, Calls For Strict Governance And Robust Anti-Corruption Measures
New Delhi: Indian Premier League founder Lalit Modi emphasised that the growth of state T20 leagues is a "positive development for Indian cricket" that can help identify talent at local levels, but cautioned that "very close monitoring" should be carried out by the state cricket associations to keep them free from any possible corrupt approaches. Also Watch: The rise of state T20 leagues has…
Lalit Modi, founder of the Indian Premier League, has expressed his support for the development of state T20 leagues as a crucial pathway to identify and nurture cricket talent in India. However, the former IPL chief cautioned that these leagues must be meticulously monitored by state cricket associations to prevent them from falling prey to corrupt practices.
Modi emphasized the importance of robust anti-corruption measures, including player education and stringent control over access to players and dressing rooms. He also stressed the need for transparent contracts, independent audits, and active monitoring of betting patterns to ensure the integrity of the game.
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