Former India Cricketer Suresh Raina appeared on Wednesday before the Directorate Directorate (ED) in connection with a money laundering case linked to the prohibited gambling platform.
Officials take his statement under the prevention of the money laundering law to investigate whether his alleged promotions for the platform encourage people to become a member of the illegal network.
According to researchers, that specific gambling platform operated surgery in violation of Indian laws and government contracts. The ED suspects that notes by public figures, knowingly or unconsciously, can increase the visibility for such apps and make them look reliable for users.
Raina’s interrogation is part of a broader action against money laundering of gambling -related money. In 2024, the ED assets worth £ 337 crore in IPL bets confirmed. By calling on celebrities and influencers, the agency hopes to determine whether their involvement is a link in the white chain.
Illegal bet remains an enormous care in India. Data shows that around 22 crore people use gambling apps, almost half of them regularly. In just the first quarter of 2025 these platforms saw more than 1.6 billion visits. The market is valued at around $ 100 million, with tax evasion linked to such activities estimated at £ 27,000 crore per year.
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