Sri Lanka Police’s Special Investigation Unit arrested one of the Jaffna Kings team owners on suspicion of match-fixing offences. The arrest took place ahead of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) launch under Sri Lanka’s strict anti-corruption laws.
The newly appointed ownership group, Sports Commune—led by Indian sports entrepreneurs Manjot Kalra and Mayank Goel—had taken over the franchise just weeks prior to the tournament.
Charges are being filed under the Prevention of Offences Relating to Sports Act. This strict piece of legislation explicitly criminalizes any corporate or individual attempt to influence sporting outcomes.
The arrest was made ahead of the official launch of the 2026 Lanka Premier League, which is scheduled to take place today.
