Indian team owner sentenced to four years for attempted match-fixing

The sentence comes after Patel was found guilty of attempting to manipulate a match by offering a bribe to Sri Lankan cricketer Upul Tharanga.

The court's ruling includes a significant financial penalty, with Patel ordered to pay a fine of 85 million rupees. Additionally, the judge mandated that Patel pay 2 million rupees to Tharanga, the plaintiff, as compensation in connection with the attempted bribery.

The case has garnered widespread attention, shining a spotlight on the ongoing issues surrounding match-fixing and corruption in the sport. Tharanga had reportedly been approached by Patel with an offer to influence the outcome of the game, leading to a thorough investigation and trial.

This conviction marks a significant moment in the fight against corruption in cricket, underscoring the importance of maintaining the integrity of the game at all levels.