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.

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

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