2026 T20 WC hit by match-fixing allegations

The International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) is investigating a match involving Canada at the 2026 T20 World Cup over alleged match-fixing, while also probing wider corruption claims linked to Cricket Canada.

The developments follow a 43-minute documentary aired by Canada’s public broadcaster CBC on April 10, titled “Corruption, Crime and Cricket,” which raises multiple allegations regarding governance issues in Cricket Canada.

According to the report, the match under scrutiny is Canada’s group-stage fixture against New Zealand.

The focus is on the fifth over of New Zealand’s chase, bowled by Canada captain Dilpreet Bajwa, who had been appointed just three weeks before the tournament. 

Bajwa conceded 15 runs in the over after starting with a no-ball and a wide. New Zealand went on to chase down a 174-run target in 15.1 overs with eight wickets in hand, losing no further wickets after the early breakthroughs.

Responding to the allegations, ICC Integrity Unit interim general manager Andrew Ephgrave said the ACU is aware of the programme but cannot comment on specific claims. 

He added that governance matters concerning ICC members are handled under the governing body’s constitutional processes, while the ACU continues to operate across intelligence, prevention, education and investigation to safeguard the sport’s integrity.