NEW DELHI: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned former cricketers
Robin Uthappa and
Yuvraj Singh, along with actor
Sonu Sood, for questioning in a money laundering case linked to an alleged illegal online betting app, officials said on Tuesday.
Former cricketers Robin Uthappa (39), Yuvraj Singh (43), and actor Sonu Sood (52) have been summoned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to record their statements next week under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in connection with the alleged illegal betting platform 1xBet, officials said.
Also read: Online betting app case: ED summons actor Urvashi Rautela, ex-MP Mimi ChakrabortyRobin Uthappa has been asked to appear on September 22, Yuvraj Singh on September 23, and Sonu Sood on September 24.
The ED has already questioned former cricketers Suresh Raina and Shikhar Dhawan in recent weeks as part of the probe.
On Monday, the agency recorded the statement of former TMC MP and actor Mimi Chakraborty, while Bengali actor Ankush Hazra appeared before investigators on Tuesday.
Actor Urvashi Rautela, the India brand ambassador of 1xBet, has yet to appear despite being summoned for the same day, sources said.
The investigation pertains to alleged illegal betting apps accused of duping investors of crores of rupees and evading massive taxes.
According to the company, 1xBet is a globally recognised bookmaker with 18 years in the betting industry, offering bets on thousands of sporting events through its website and app, which are available in 70 languages.
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