Inquiry Filed with Cricket Association of Nepal Regarding Sudurpaschim Royals Ownership
Summary
A petition has been filed with the Cricket Association of Nepal seeking an investigation into the ownership and eligibility of Sudurpaschim Royals in the Nepal Premier League. The complaint questions the citizenship, company registration, shareholding, and financial transparency of owner Swatantra Pratap Shah and asks whether CAN properly verified the franchise documents.
Key Points
- Nepali cricket supporters and well-wishers have filed a petition with CAN over the ownership and eligibility of Sudurpaschim Royals in the Nepal Premier League.
- The petition seeks clarity on Swatantra Pratap Shah’s citizenship, passport, residency status, company registration, share ownership, and financial transparency.
- It also questions whether CAN conducted proper due diligence and document verification before awarding the franchise.
- The petition says the goal is transparency in the franchise ownership process, not to presume guilt.
