Former World Cup-winning skipper Arjuna Ranatunga has questioned the involvement of betting in the Legends Cricket Trophy 2024 held in Sri Lanka recently.
Speaking to reporters, Ranatunga questioned as to who granted permission to host this cricket tournament in Sri Lanka.
The Sri Lankan cricketing legend also revealed that betting companies had been permitted to advertise during the cricket tournament.
“Sri Lanka does not allow betting companies to advertise. However, this cannot be seen by the Sports Minister, President, Prime Minister, or relevant authorities,” he said.
The former cricketer said that this was because Sri Lanka has come to a point of betting via sports and that several individuals were providing assistance in this regard.
Stating that technology has been moved away from the sport of cricket, he pointed out that this was because the cricket administration and its officials were focused on money. (NewsWire)