Canada’s T20 World Cup Hit by Match-Fixing Allegations

Cricket Canada is under investigation after corruption claims emerged from a 2026 T20 World Cup match involving New Zealand and Canada. The ICC’s Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) is probing the allegations, which were highlighted in an episode of the CBC programme Corruption, Crime and Cricket.

The incident occurred during New Zealand’s chase against Canada on February 17 in Chennai. After Canada batted first and scored 173/4, the match took a controversial turn in the fifth over when off-spinner Dilpreet Bajwa was bowling. Bajwa, who became captain just weeks before the tournament, struggled during his over, conceding 15 runs.

Additionally, the ACU is examining a leaked phone call involving former Canada coach Khurram Chohan. He claims senior Cricket Canada officials pressured him to select specific players and attempted to fix matches. Pubudu Dassanayake, another former coach, also alleged he was threatened with contract termination if he didn’t comply with similar demands.

The ICC’s Anti-Corruption Unit is handling the investigation, focusing on intelligence, prevention, and education to protect cricket’s integrity. Canada, however, failed to advance past the group stage of the 2026 World Cup, finishing fifth in their group without any points.