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Italian Cricket Turmoil After Suspended Official Seen at World Cup During Assault Probe

The case now sits with the Federal Prosecutor’s Office, with governance upheaval following reports the suspended official joined Italy’s World Cup delegation.

Overview

  • A women’s national team player reported to Rome police in March 2025 that she was inappropriately touched during a training massage.
  • FCRI says it imposed a precautionary suspension in 2025 and that proceedings are under way before the Federal Prosecutor’s Office, pledging full cooperation.
  • Investigations by BBC Sport and others documented Prabath Ekneligoda traveling with the delegation and wearing accreditation at T20 World Cup matches.
  • FCRI’s media manager said he traveled as the president’s companion without official duties, even as safeguarding concerns mounted.
  • Six board resignations led to the dissolution of the Federal Council, the president’s position faces scrutiny, and the accused denies the allegation through his lawyer.