Former cricketer Yuvraj Singh questioned by ED over alleged links to illegal betting platform 1xBet

New Delhi ( The Uttam Hindu): Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, in connection with a money laundering probe related to the alleged illegal online betting platform 1xBet. Singh reached the ED headquarters in New Delhi around 12:15 pm, accompanied by his legal team.

Details of the Investigation

•The ED is investigating 1xBet for allegedly duping numerous people and investors of crores of rupees and evading direct and indirect taxes.

•Yuvraj Singh's statement will be recorded under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

• The agency is asking celebrities and sportspersons about their involvement with the platform, including:

Mode of Contact: How they came in contact with 1xBet

Payment Details: How they were paid (cash, banking channel, or any illegal medium) and if they received payments outside India

Contractual Agreements: Furnishing copies of contracts signed with the platform

Other Celebrities Involved

•Robin Uthappa: Questioned by ED on September 22

•Suresh Raina: Recorded statement on August 13

•Shikhar Dhawan: Recorded statement on September 4

•Mimi Chakraborty: Former Trinamool Congress MP and actor, questioned in the case

•Ankush Hazra: Bengali actor, questioned in the case

•Sonu Sood: Actor, summoned to appear on September 24

Background

The Centre recently banned real money online gaming in India through legislation, and several platforms hosting illegal betting and gambling links are under the ED scanner. The investigation aims to uncover the financial links and promotional activities associated with 1xBet.