Former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara has said that he was disappointed with match-fixing allegations leveled against the Sri Lankan team after <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wc-2011-match-fixing-investigation-sri-lanka-skipper-kumar-sangakkara-grilled-for-8-hours-mahela-jayawardene-next-in-line-310381">he was summoned a special investigation</a> team but added that answering those questions were really healthy for the game.&nbsp;

In June 2020, former sports minister of Sri Lanka Mahindananda Aluthgamage had claimed that Sri Lanka ‘sold’ the 2011 World Cup final, which India had famously won under the leadership of MS Dhoni. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wc-2011-match-fixing-investigation-sri-lanka-skipper-kumar-sangakkara-grilled-for-8-hours-mahela-jayawardene-next-in-line-310381">An investigation started as the likes of Sangakkara</a>, Mahela Jayawardene, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wc-2011-match-fixing-investigation-upul-tharanga-grilled-by-siu-kumar-sangakkara-to-appear-next-309908">Upul Tharanga</a>, Aravinda de Silva were quizzed by the special investigation team after the Sri Lankan government launched a probe into the matter. However, after a thorough investigation, Sri Lankan sports ministry decided to put a stop into the investigation.&nbsp;

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“It is disappointing and also a bit amusing at times. And we had that recently when the ex-sports minister did quite a frivolous claim and we had to go in and answer questions,” Sangakkara was quoted as saying by Cricbuzz.

“Actually, to go through and answer those questions, and making those statements was really really healthy for the game, whether it was me, the selectors, Mahela or anyone else. I think that process is really important for people to understand what respect for the game means,” the former Sri Lanka captain added.

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People protested outside Sri Lanka Cricket’s headquarters after Sangakkara and Jayawardene were questioned as the fans criticized the government for harassing their heroes over false allegations. Sri Lankan police soon cleared all the selectors and cricketers as no evidence was found.

“The game of cricket needs people of integrity and people who are not afraid to speak their minds,” Sangakkara said on the probe.

“And also when you have any questions to be answered, you don’t need to hide, you can answer any of those. When it comes to politics, when you have politically and morally corrupt individuals, who are affiliated with the sport even in an official capacity, you understand where all this comes from and you don’t have to be afraid to second guess what their motivations are,” he added. 
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Former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara has said that he was disappointed with match-fixing allegations leveled against the Sri Lankan team after he was summoned a special investigation team but added that answering those questions were really healthy for the game.

Former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara has said that he was disappointed with match-fixing allegations leveled against the Sri Lankan team after he was summoned a special investigation team but added that answering those questions were really healthy for the game. In June 2020, former sports minister of Sri Lanka Mahindananda Aluthgamage had claimed that Sri Lanka ‘sold’ the 2011 World Cup final, which India had famously won under the leadership of MS Dhoni. An investigation started as the likes of Sangakkara, Mahela Jayawardene, Upul Tharanga, Aravinda de Silva were quizzed by the special investigation team after the Sri Lankan government launched a probe into the matter. However, after a thorough investigation, Sri Lankan sports ministry decided to put a stop into the investigation. ALSO READ: England vs West Indies 3rd Test, Preview: Manchester gears up for series decider “It is disappointing and also a bit amusing at times. And we had that recently when the ex-sports minister did quite a frivolous claim and we had to go in and answer questions,” Sangakkara was quoted as saying by Cricbuzz. “Actually, to go through and answer those questions, and making those statements was really really healthy for the game, whether it was me, the selectors, Mahela or anyone else. I think that process is really important for people to understand what respect for the game means,” the former Sri Lanka captain added. ALSO READ: James Anderson hoping to partner Stuart Broad as England go for series win People protested outside Sri Lanka Cricket’s headquarters after Sangakkara and Jayawardene were questioned as the fans criticized the government for harassing their heroes over false allegations. Sri Lankan police soon cleared all the selectors and cricketers as no evidence was found. “The game of cricket needs people of integrity and people who are not afraid to speak their minds,” Sangakkara said on the probe. “And also when you have any questions to be answered, you don’t need to hide, you can answer any of those. When it comes to politics, when you have politically and morally corrupt individuals, who are affiliated with the sport even in an official capacity, you understand where all this comes from and you don’t have to be afraid to second guess what their motivations are,” he added.

Kumar Sangakkara opens up on being interrogated over World Cup match fixing claims

Sri Lanka opener Upul Tharanga was the first player to be questioned by the detectives, on Wednesday, in a probe investigating claims that the final of 2011 World Cup was fixed. Tharanga was quizzed for two hours by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) examining the conduct of the final, which Sri Lanka lost to India.&nbsp;

Tharanga was questioned after the<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/aravinda-de-silva-questioned-for-6-hours-over-2011-wc-final-match-fixing-allegations-kumar-sangakkara-upul-tharanga-summoned-309875"> then-chief selector of Sri Lanka Aravinda de Silva was interviewed for around six hours on Tuesday.</a>

"They asked a few questions in connection with the ongoing investigation. I gave my statement," Tharanga told reporters without giving further details.

<h2>Kumar Sangakkara to be questioned next</h2>

Police confirmed that the then-captain of Sri Lanka and the present president of Marylebone Cricket Club in London, Kumar Sangakkara will be the next player to be questioned from the squad. Sangakkara has been asked to report to the SIU on Thursday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/was-2011-world-cup-final-fixed-kumar-sangakkara-mahela-jayawardene-respond-to-shocking-claims-by-former-sri-lanka-sports-minister-306812">Sangakkara had earlier said that proper evidence should be put forward to the ICC</a> after the then-sports minister of Sri Lanka Mahindananda Aluthgamage claimed that Sri Lanka “sold” the 2011 World Cup final.

"I feel I can talk about it now," Mahindananda Aluthgamage told a local TV network last month. "I am not connecting players, but some sections were involved."

Sri Lanka posted 274/6 off 50 overs before India chased down the target courtesy Gautam Gambhir’s 97 and MS Dhoni’s unbeaten 91. Sri Lanka were criticized for their poor bowling and fielding as India won the match by six wickets.

The toss in the summit class was also controversial as it took place twice after match referee Jeff Crowe apparently didn’t hear the call by Sangakkara and asked Dhoni to flip the coin again. Sri Lanka’s decision to bat first was also slammed by many.

Match-fixing was made a criminal offence in November. Offenders face fines of up to 100 million rupees ($555,000) and up to 10 years' jail.

Sri Lanka opener Upul Tharanga was the first player to be questioned by the detectives, on Wednesday, in a probe investigating claims that the final of 2011 World Cup was fixed.

Sri Lanka opener Upul Tharanga was the first player to be questioned by the detectives, on Wednesday, in a probe investigating claims that the final of 2011 World Cup was fixed. Tharanga was quizzed for two hours by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) examining the conduct of the final, which Sri Lanka lost to India. Tharanga was questioned after the then-chief selector of Sri Lanka Aravinda de Silva was interviewed for around six hours on Tuesday. "They asked a few questions in connection with the ongoing investigation. I gave my statement," Tharanga told reporters without giving further details. Kumar Sangakkara to be questioned next Police confirmed that the then-captain of Sri Lanka and the present president of Marylebone Cricket Club in London, Kumar Sangakkara will be the next player to be questioned from the squad. Sangakkara has been asked to report to the SIU on Thursday. ALSO READ: Aravinda de Silva questioned for 6 hours over 2011 WC final match-fixing allegations; Kumar Sangakkara, Upul Tharanga summoned Sangakkara had earlier said that proper evidence should be put forward to the ICC after the then-sports minister of Sri Lanka Mahindananda Aluthgamage claimed that Sri Lanka “sold” the 2011 World Cup final. "I feel I can talk about it now," Mahindananda Aluthgamage told a local TV network last month. "I am not connecting players, but some sections were involved." Sri Lanka posted 274/6 off 50 overs before India chased down the target courtesy Gautam Gambhir’s 97 and MS Dhoni’s unbeaten 91. Sri Lanka were criticized for their poor bowling and fielding as India won the match by six wickets. The toss in the summit class was also controversial as it took place twice after match referee Jeff Crowe apparently didn’t hear the call by Sangakkara and asked Dhoni to flip the coin again. Sri Lanka’s decision to bat first was also slammed by many. Match-fixing was made a criminal offence in November. Offenders face fines of up to 100 million rupees ($555,000) and up to 10 years' jail.

WC 2011 match-fixing investigation: Upul Tharanga grilled by SIU, Kumar Sangakkara to appear next

Former Sri Lanka chief selector Aravinda de Silva was the first interviewed by the sports-related anti-corruption unit, its Superintendent Jagath Fonseka said. A former Lankan captain, de Silva was grilled for six hours at the start of a criminal investigation into match-fixing. Sri Lankan captain in 2011 World Cup, Kumar Sangakkara has also been summoned by the Sports Ministry's Special Investigations Unit on Thursday.

Another player from the 2011 Sri Lankan squad, Upul Tharanga has also been summoned and his statement would be recorded on Wednesday.

"Today we started the investigation into (2011 World Cup) match-fixing allegations," Fonseka told reporters outside his unit's office where the chief selector was questioned.

"Based on the statement given by Aravinda de Silva today, we have decided to summon a player from the 2011 squad, Upul Tharanga, tomorrow to record his statement."

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Fonseka further said that the anti-corruption unit is obtaining intelligence reports as well as inputs from international sources to continue their investigation into one of cricket biggest of matches.&nbsp;

De Silva, who has been in support of an investigation, didn’t comment on the matter as he spent over six overs with at least three detectives questioning the former Lankan skipper and the chief selector of Sri Lankan team in 2011.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Tharanga, who is set to be questioned on Wednesday, was Sri Lanka’s openers in the final wherein he scored just two runs while facing 20 deliveries.&nbsp;

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The investigation started after former <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/world-cup-2011-final-was-fixed-former-sri-lanka-sports-minister-comes-up-with-shocking-claim-306797">Sri Lanka sports minister Mahindanda Aluthgamage claimed that Sri Lanka had “sold” the match</a>. However, he didn’t name anyone.&nbsp;

"I feel I can talk about it now. I am not connecting players, but some sections were involved," Aluthgamage said.

Former Sri Lanka skipper Arjuna Ranatunga has also doubted the match and had called for an investigation earlier.&nbsp;

Earlier, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/was-2011-world-cup-final-fixed-kumar-sangakkara-mahela-jayawardene-respond-to-shocking-claims-by-former-sri-lanka-sports-minister-306812">Kumar Sangakkara, captain of Sri Lanka in the finals, and Mahela Jayawardene had said that Aluthgamage should support his allegations with evidence and share it with the International Cricket Council</a>.

Earlier this month, the Sri Lanka cricket board said the ICC was investigating three unnamed ex-players over corruption claims.

In Sri Lanka, match-fixing was made a criminal offence in November with offenders facing fines up to 100 million rupees ($555,000) and up to 10 years' jail.

Former Sri Lanka chief selector Aravinda de Silva was the first interviewed by the sports-related anti-corruption unit, its Superintendent Jagath Fonseka said. A former Lankan captain, de Silva was grilled for six hours at the start of a criminal investigation into match-fixing.

Former Sri Lanka chief selector Aravinda de Silva was the first interviewed by the sports-related anti-corruption unit, its Superintendent Jagath Fonseka said. A former Lankan captain, de Silva was grilled for six hours at the start of a criminal investigation into match-fixing. Sri Lankan captain in 2011 World Cup, Kumar Sangakkara has also been summoned by the Sports Ministry's Special Investigations Unit on Thursday. Another player from the 2011 Sri Lankan squad, Upul Tharanga has also been summoned and his statement would be recorded on Wednesday. "Today we started the investigation into (2011 World Cup) match-fixing allegations," Fonseka told reporters outside his unit's office where the chief selector was questioned. "Based on the statement given by Aravinda de Silva today, we have decided to summon a player from the 2011 squad, Upul Tharanga, tomorrow to record his statement." ALSO READ: Was 2011 World Cup final fixed? Kumar Sangakkara, Mahela Jayawardene respond to shocking claims by former Sri Lanka sports minister Fonseka further said that the anti-corruption unit is obtaining intelligence reports as well as inputs from international sources to continue their investigation into one of cricket biggest of matches. De Silva, who has been in support of an investigation, didn’t comment on the matter as he spent over six overs with at least three detectives questioning the former Lankan skipper and the chief selector of Sri Lankan team in 2011. Meanwhile, Tharanga, who is set to be questioned on Wednesday, was Sri Lanka’s openers in the final wherein he scored just two runs while facing 20 deliveries. ALSO READ: 'World Cup 2011 final was fixed': Former Sri Lanka Sports Minister comes up with shocking claim The investigation started after former Sri Lanka sports minister Mahindanda Aluthgamage claimed that Sri Lanka had “sold” the match. However, he didn’t name anyone. "I feel I can talk about it now. I am not connecting players, but some sections were involved," Aluthgamage said. Former Sri Lanka skipper Arjuna Ranatunga has also doubted the match and had called for an investigation earlier. Earlier, Kumar Sangakkara, captain of Sri Lanka in the finals, and Mahela Jayawardene had said that Aluthgamage should support his allegations with evidence and share it with the International Cricket Council. Earlier this month, the Sri Lanka cricket board said the ICC was investigating three unnamed ex-players over corruption claims. In Sri Lanka, match-fixing was made a criminal offence in November with offenders facing fines up to 100 million rupees ($555,000) and up to 10 years' jail.

Aravinda de Silva questioned for 6 hours over 2011 WC final match-fixing allegations; Kumar Sangakkara, Upul Tharanga summoned

After accusing that the ICC 2011 World Cup final was “sold” by “certain parties”, former Sri Lanka sports minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage has now called his claim a “suspicion” that he wants to be investigated thoroughly, nine years after MS Dhoni-led Team India lifted the coveted trophy in Mumbai.

The Sri Lankan government has ordered an enquiry for the claims by Aluthgamage with a special investigation unit recording Aluthgamage’s statement on Wednesday. Apparently, he told the investigation team that he was only suspicious of fixing.

"I want my suspicion investigated," Aluthgamage told reporters.

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"I gave to the Police, a copy of the complaint I lodged with the International Cricket Council (ICC) on 30 October 2011 regarding the said allegation as then Sports Minister," he said.

Aluthgamage has alleged that Sri Lanka “sold” the game to India and his claims were ridiculed by former Lankan captains Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene as the duo demanded evidence from him.

"Today I am telling you that we sold the 2011 world cup, I said this when I was the sports minister," Aluthgamage, who was the sports minister at the time, had stated.

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"He needs to take his 'evidence' to the ICC and the Anti corruption and Security Unit so the claims can be investigated thoroughly," Sangakkara tweeted.

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Jayawardene, also a former captain who scored a hundred in that game, ridiculed the charge.

"Is the elections around the corner...Like the circus has started...Names and evidence?" he asked in a tweet.

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Aluthgamage had cleared that no players were involved in fixing the result, “but certain parties were”.

Even Aravinda de Silva, a former icon who was the then chief selector of Lankan side, has urged the BCCI to conduct its own investigation and put all the claims and rumours to bed.

After accusing that the ICC 2011 World Cup final was “sold” by “certain parties”, former Sri Lanka sports minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage has now called his claim a “suspicion” that he wants to be investigated thoroughly, nine years after MS Dhoni-led Team India lifted the coveted trophy in Mumbai.

After accusing that the ICC 2011 World Cup final was “sold” by “certain parties”, former Sri Lanka sports minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage has now called his claim a “suspicion” that he wants to be investigated thoroughly, nine years after MS Dhoni-led Team India lifted the coveted trophy in Mumbai. The Sri Lankan government has ordered an enquiry for the claims by Aluthgamage with a special investigation unit recording Aluthgamage’s statement on Wednesday. Apparently, he told the investigation team that he was only suspicious of fixing. "I want my suspicion investigated," Aluthgamage told reporters. ALSO READ: Parents started thinking about inculcating values of sport after 1983 triumph: Kapil Dev "I gave to the Police, a copy of the complaint I lodged with the International Cricket Council (ICC) on 30 October 2011 regarding the said allegation as then Sports Minister," he said. Aluthgamage has alleged that Sri Lanka “sold” the game to India and his claims were ridiculed by former Lankan captains Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene as the duo demanded evidence from him. "Today I am telling you that we sold the 2011 world cup, I said this when I was the sports minister," Aluthgamage, who was the sports minister at the time, had stated. ALSO READ: Connor to be first female MCC president in 233 years "He needs to take his 'evidence' to the ICC and the Anti corruption and Security Unit so the claims can be investigated thoroughly," Sangakkara tweeted. He needs to take his “evidence” to the ICC and the Anti corruption and Security Unit so the claims can be investigated throughly https://t.co/51w2J5Jtpc — Kumar Sangakkara (@KumarSanga2) June 18, 2020 × Jayawardene, also a former captain who scored a hundred in that game, ridiculed the charge. "Is the elections around the corner...Like the circus has started...Names and evidence?" he asked in a tweet. When some one accuses that we sold the 2011 WC naturaly it’s a big deal cus we don’t know how one could fix a match and not be part of the playing 11? Hopefully we will get enlightened after 9 years...😃👍 https://t.co/cmBtle5dNE — Mahela Jayawardena (@MahelaJay) June 19, 2020 × Aluthgamage had cleared that no players were involved in fixing the result, “but certain parties were”. Even Aravinda de Silva, a former icon who was the then chief selector of Lankan side, has urged the BCCI to conduct its own investigation and put all the claims and rumours to bed.

After claiming Sri Lanka 'sold' 2011 WC final to India, Lankan minister says it's his 'suspicion'

Former Sri Lankan sports minister Mahindanda Aluthgamage created a huge controversy as he claimed that the ICC World Cup 2011 final was “fixed”. Aluthgamage was Sri Lanka’s sports minister back then and alleged that the national team’s defeat to India in the final of 2011 World Cup was fixed by “certain parties”. Reacting to the allegation, Sri Lanka’s sports ministry has ordered an investigation and asked for a progress report every two weeks.

Sports Minister of Sri Lanka, Dullas Alahapperuma has order investigation and sports secretary, KADS Ruwanchandra, on Alahapperuma’s directive, has&nbsp;complained to the ministry’s investigation unit.

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Aluthgamage has alleged that Sri Lanka “sold” the game to India, however, the claim has been ridiculed by former Sri Lankan captains Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene, both part of the match, as the duo demanded evidence from him.

In an interview with local TV channel ‘Sirasa’, Aluthgamage alleged that the 2011 World Cup final was “fixed”. India were handed 275 runs to win and claimed the coveted trophy courtest Gautam Gambhir’s 97 and skipper MS Dhoni’s unbeaten 91.

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"Today I am telling you that we sold the 2011 world cup, I said this when I was the sports minister," Aluthgamage, who was the sports minister at the time, said.

"As a country I do not want to announce this. I can't exactly remember if it was 2011 or 2012. But we were to win that game," added the politician, who was the state minister of power in the current caretaker government which is in-charge until the election to be held on August 5.

"He needs to take his 'evidence' to the ICC and the Anti corruption and Security Unit so the claims can be investigated thoroughly," he tweeted.

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Jayawardene, who scored a century in that game, ridiculed the charge.

"Is the elections around the corner...like the circus has started...names and evidence?" he asked in a tweet.

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Aluthgamage said that he wouldn’t bring players into the debate while adding "certain parties were."

Both Aluthgamage and the then president Mahinda Rajapaksa were in the guest list at the final played in Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium. Earlier, former World Cup-winning skipper Arjuna Ranatunga had also called for a probe on the alleged match-fixing in the 2011 World Cup final. 
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Former Sri Lankan sports minister Mahindanda Aluthgamage created a huge controversy as he claimed that the ICC World Cup 2011 final was “fixed”. Aluthgamage was Sri Lanka’s sports minister back then and alleged that the national team’s defeat to India in the final of 2011 World Cup was fixed by “certain parties”.

Former Sri Lankan sports minister Mahindanda Aluthgamage created a huge controversy as he claimed that the ICC World Cup 2011 final was “fixed”. Aluthgamage was Sri Lanka’s sports minister back then and alleged that the national team’s defeat to India in the final of 2011 World Cup was fixed by “certain parties”. Reacting to the allegation, Sri Lanka’s sports ministry has ordered an investigation and asked for a progress report every two weeks. Sports Minister of Sri Lanka, Dullas Alahapperuma has order investigation and sports secretary, KADS Ruwanchandra, on Alahapperuma’s directive, has complained to the ministry’s investigation unit. ALSO READ: Was 2011 World Cup final fixed? Kumar Sangakkara, Mahela Jayawardene respond to shocking claims by former Sri Lanka sports minister Aluthgamage has alleged that Sri Lanka “sold” the game to India, however, the claim has been ridiculed by former Sri Lankan captains Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene, both part of the match, as the duo demanded evidence from him. In an interview with local TV channel ‘Sirasa’, Aluthgamage alleged that the 2011 World Cup final was “fixed”. India were handed 275 runs to win and claimed the coveted trophy courtest Gautam Gambhir’s 97 and skipper MS Dhoni’s unbeaten 91. ALSO READ: 'World Cup 2011 final was fixed': Former Sri Lanka Sports Minister comes up with shocking claim "Today I am telling you that we sold the 2011 world cup, I said this when I was the sports minister," Aluthgamage, who was the sports minister at the time, said. "As a country I do not want to announce this. I can't exactly remember if it was 2011 or 2012. But we were to win that game," added the politician, who was the state minister of power in the current caretaker government which is in-charge until the election to be held on August 5. "He needs to take his 'evidence' to the ICC and the Anti corruption and Security Unit so the claims can be investigated thoroughly," he tweeted. He needs to take his “evidence” to the ICC and the Anti corruption and Security Unit so the claims can be investigated throughly https://t.co/51w2J5Jtpc — Kumar Sangakkara (@KumarSanga2) June 18, 2020 × Jayawardene, who scored a century in that game, ridiculed the charge. "Is the elections around the corner...like the circus has started...names and evidence?" he asked in a tweet. Is the elections around the corner 🤔Looks like the circus has started 🤡 names and evidence? #SLpolitics #ICC https://t.co/bA4FxdqXhu — Mahela Jayawardena (@MahelaJay) June 18, 2020 × Aluthgamage said that he wouldn’t bring players into the debate while adding "certain parties were." Both Aluthgamage and the then president Mahinda Rajapaksa were in the guest list at the final played in Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium. Earlier, former World Cup-winning skipper Arjuna Ranatunga had also called for a probe on the alleged match-fixing in the 2011 World Cup final.

After 2011 World Cup final fixing allegation, Sri Lankan government launches probe

Former Sri Lankan Sports Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage has made a shocking claim that the ICC World Cup 2011, which India famously won under the captaincy of MS Dhoni, was fixed. Aluthgamage was the Sri Lankan Minister of Sports during the 2011 World Cup and took full responsibility for his statement.&nbsp;Interestingly,&nbsp;Aluthgamage's claims haven't been supported by any proof or evidence.&nbsp;

India successfully chased down the 275-run target posted by Sri Lanka in the summit clash of ICC World Cup 2011 with Gautam Gambhir and Dhoni playing crucial roles with the willow. While Gambhir struck a handsome 97, Dhoni promoted himself ahead of an in-form Yuvraj Singh to control the steering wheel and score an unbeaten 91 to help India lift the coveted trophy.

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However, Aluthgamage further said the final which Sri Lanka could have won, was fixed while adding he won’t involve cricketers in the latest row.&nbsp;

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<h2>"I stand by what I say. It took place when I was the Minister of Sports"</h2>

“The 2011 final was fixed. I stand by what I say. It took place when I was the Minister of Sports,” Mahindananda Aluthgamage told Sri Lankan news outlet News 1st.

When further asked whether he is saying it with absolute responsibility, the former Sri Lanka sports minister said: “I state with full responsibility. However, I do not wish to expose details for the sake of the country. The game against India in 2011, a game which we could have won, was fixed. “

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“I state it with responsibility and I can come forward for a debate. The people are concerned about it. I would not involve the cricketers in this. However, certain groups were definitely involved in fixing the game,” he added.

However, three years later, Sri Lanka went on to lift the T20 World Cup 2014 after defeating India in the final in Dhaka.&nbsp; India, batting first had posted 130 runs on the board, with Sri Lanka chasing the total with ease in just 17.5 overs courtesy Kumar Sangakkara’s unbeaten 52 off 35.&nbsp; 
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Former Sri Lankan Sports Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage has made a shocking claim that the ICC World Cup 2011, which India famously won under the captaincy of MS Dhoni, was fixed.

Former Sri Lankan Sports Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage has made a shocking claim that the ICC World Cup 2011, which India famously won under the captaincy of MS Dhoni, was fixed. Aluthgamage was the Sri Lankan Minister of Sports during the 2011 World Cup and took full responsibility for his statement. Interestingly, Aluthgamage's claims haven't been supported by any proof or evidence. India successfully chased down the 275-run target posted by Sri Lanka in the summit clash of ICC World Cup 2011 with Gautam Gambhir and Dhoni playing crucial roles with the willow. While Gambhir struck a handsome 97, Dhoni promoted himself ahead of an in-form Yuvraj Singh to control the steering wheel and score an unbeaten 91 to help India lift the coveted trophy. ALSO READ: Was 2011 World Cup final fixed? Mahela Jayawardene responds to shocking claims by former Sri Lanka sports minister However, Aluthgamage further said the final which Sri Lanka could have won, was fixed while adding he won’t involve cricketers in the latest row. ALSO READ: Feeling is T20 World Cup would not be possible this year: PCB chief Ehsan Mani "I stand by what I say. It took place when I was the Minister of Sports" “The 2011 final was fixed. I stand by what I say. It took place when I was the Minister of Sports,” Mahindananda Aluthgamage told Sri Lankan news outlet News 1st. When further asked whether he is saying it with absolute responsibility, the former Sri Lanka sports minister said: “I state with full responsibility. However, I do not wish to expose details for the sake of the country. The game against India in 2011, a game which we could have won, was fixed. “ ALSO READ: With ICC dragging its feet on T20 World Cup, it's BCCI vs Manohar once again “I state it with responsibility and I can come forward for a debate. The people are concerned about it. I would not involve the cricketers in this. However, certain groups were definitely involved in fixing the game,” he added. However, three years later, Sri Lanka went on to lift the T20 World Cup 2014 after defeating India in the final in Dhaka. India, batting first had posted 130 runs on the board, with Sri Lanka chasing the total with ease in just 17.5 overs courtesy Kumar Sangakkara’s unbeaten 52 off 35.

'World Cup 2011 final was fixed': Former Sri Lanka Sports Minister comes up with shocking claim

Mahela Jayawardene has responded to shocking claims made by former Sri Lanka sports minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage that the ICC World Cup 2011 final was “fixed” as the former Sri Lankan batsman sarcastically asked whether the elections are around the corner. Interestingly,&nbsp;Aluthgamage's claims haven't been supported by any proof or evidence.&nbsp;

Jayawardene took to social media platform Twitter to respond to the claims made by Aluthgamage as he said asked what about the names and evidence to support the comments while taking a jibe at political candidates during the voting season. He wrote: “Is the elections around the corner (sic) Looks like the circus has started (sic) names and evidence? #SLpolitics #ICC”

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Whereas the then-captain of Sri Lankan cricket team wrote that he needs to take his "evidence" to the ICC so that his claims can be investigated.

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Aluthgamage, who was the sports minister of Sri Lanka during the 2011 World Cup, said he takes full responsibility for his statement while adding he won’t involve cricketers in the latest row.&nbsp;

ALSO READ:&nbsp;'World Cup 2011 final was fixed': Former Sri Lanka Sports Minister comes up with shocking claim

“The 2011 final was fixed. I stand by what I say. It took place when I was the Minister of Sports,” Mahindananda Aluthgamage told Sri Lankan news outlet News 1st.

When further asked whether he is saying it with absolute responsibility, the former Sri Lanka sports minister said: “I state with full responsibility. However, I do not wish to expose details for the sake of the country. The game against India in 2011, a game which we could have won, was fixed. “

“I state it with responsibility and I can come forward for a debate. The people are concerned about it. I would not involve the cricketers in this. However, certain groups were definitely involved in fixing the game,” he added.

The claims made by Aluthgamage could create a huge controversy but the statement has to be supported with names and evidence as Jayawardene mentioned in his tweet. 
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Mahela Jayawardene has responded to shocking claims made by former Sri Lanka sports minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage that the ICC World Cup 2011 final was “fixed” as the former Sri Lankan batsman sarcastically asked whether the elections are around the corner.

Mahela Jayawardene has responded to shocking claims made by former Sri Lanka sports minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage that the ICC World Cup 2011 final was “fixed” as the former Sri Lankan batsman sarcastically asked whether the elections are around the corner. Interestingly, Aluthgamage's claims haven't been supported by any proof or evidence. Jayawardene took to social media platform Twitter to respond to the claims made by Aluthgamage as he said asked what about the names and evidence to support the comments while taking a jibe at political candidates during the voting season. He wrote: “Is the elections around the corner (sic) Looks like the circus has started (sic) names and evidence? #SLpolitics #ICC” Is the elections around the corner 🤔Looks like the circus has started 🤡 names and evidence? #SLpolitics #ICC https://t.co/bA4FxdqXhu — Mahela Jayawardena (@MahelaJay) June 18, 2020 × Whereas the then-captain of Sri Lankan cricket team wrote that he needs to take his "evidence" to the ICC so that his claims can be investigated. He needs to take his “evidence” to the ICC and the Anti corruption and Security Unit so the claims can be investigated throughly https://t.co/51w2J5Jtpc — Kumar Sangakkara (@KumarSanga2) June 18, 2020 × Aluthgamage, who was the sports minister of Sri Lanka during the 2011 World Cup, said he takes full responsibility for his statement while adding he won’t involve cricketers in the latest row. ALSO READ: 'World Cup 2011 final was fixed': Former Sri Lanka Sports Minister comes up with shocking claim “The 2011 final was fixed. I stand by what I say. It took place when I was the Minister of Sports,” Mahindananda Aluthgamage told Sri Lankan news outlet News 1st. When further asked whether he is saying it with absolute responsibility, the former Sri Lanka sports minister said: “I state with full responsibility. However, I do not wish to expose details for the sake of the country. The game against India in 2011, a game which we could have won, was fixed. “ “I state it with responsibility and I can come forward for a debate. The people are concerned about it. I would not involve the cricketers in this. However, certain groups were definitely involved in fixing the game,” he added. The claims made by Aluthgamage could create a huge controversy but the statement has to be supported with names and evidence as Jayawardene mentioned in his tweet.

Was 2011 World Cup final fixed? Kumar Sangakkara, Mahela Jayawardene respond to shocking claims by former Sri Lanka sports minister