1xBet Betting Case: ED’s Major Crackdown, Properties of Players and Actors to be Seized

In the 1xBet betting case, cricketers Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, Robin Uthappa, Shikhar Dhawan and actors Sonu Sood, Mimi Chakraborty, Ankush Hazra have already been questioned. Urvashi Rautela was also summoned but she did not appear as she was abroad.

ED Moves to Attach Assets in 1xBet Case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is preparing to seize assets worth crores belonging to several players and film stars in connection with the money laundering probe linked to the online betting and gaming platform 1xBet. The agency will attach these properties and soon file a chargesheet in the matter.

During investigation, ED discovered that several assets were purchased through endorsement fees, which were actually proceeds of crime. Officials suspect that some of these properties may even be located overseas. So far, questioning has been conducted with well-known cricketers Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina, Robin Uthappa, and Shikhar Dhawan, along with actors Sonu Sood, Mimi Chakraborty, and Ankush Hazra.

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Urvashi Rautela Skips ED Summons

Urvashi Rautela, who was the India Ambassador for 1xBet, was also summoned by the agency. However, she did not appear since she is currently abroad. The betting platform 1xBet reportedly has around 22 crore Indian users. Recently, the central government imposed a ban on online gaming platforms in India.

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Celebrities and Influential Figures Under the Scanner

The investigation has pulled several prominent celebrities and influential personalities into the spotlight. They face allegations of endorsing illegal betting platforms, with suspicions of tax evasion and cheating investors. Officials believe that promotional activities played a key role in legitimizing these platforms and attracting millions of users.

Probe Extends Beyond Sports and Entertainment

The case has now widened far beyond sports and entertainment. The trail appears to connect with financial institutions and international payment gateways. ED is focused on identifying the extent of participation of celebrities in promoting the app. The agency is also investigating the payment modes used for endorsements and whether hawala networks or money laundering mechanisms were involved in these transactions.