Overview
- Broad says he received an in‑game call to “be lenient” on India’s slow over‑rate and adjusted the timing so a fine would not apply.
- He adds that India repeated the offence in the next match and, after Sourav Ganguly ignored hurry‑ups, he was told to “just do him.”
- The former referee contends India’s financial clout has shifted power within the ICC and says the role grew more political after Vince van der Bijl’s departure.
- Greg Chappell corroborates historical pressure by saying Jagmohan Dalmiya once offered to reduce Ganguly’s suspension, underscoring concerns about influence in that era.
- The ICC and BCCI have not confirmed Broad’s specific account, and coverage notes the matter has been sent to the ICC for consideration.