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Essex cricketer Robin Das charged with rape

Batter was arrested in August, following incident in Brixton in March 2024

Essex cricketer Robin Das has been charged with two counts of rape, according to the Metropolitan Police. The charges stem from an incident that allegedly occurred in Brixton on March 30, 2024. Das, a 24-year-old right-handed batsman, was arrested on August 27, 2025, and released on bail. He was formally charged on July 23, 2026, and is scheduled to appear at Inner London Crown Court on October 9.

The police stated that the woman involved continues to receive support from specialist officers. Das, who has played for Essex in nine first-class matches and 29 List A games, most recently for the county on July 21, 2025. The club confirmed that he is under investigation, though he has not played for Essex since the charges were filed.

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