The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned former Indian cricket icon Yuvraj Singh and Bollywood actor Sonu Sood for questioning in connection with a money laundering case.
The probe centers around allegations that certain betting applications, including the globally recognized 1xBet, facilitated the laundering of illicit funds and evaded substantial taxes.
According to sources, Yuvraj Singh is scheduled to appear before the ED on September 23, followed by Sonu Sood on September 24. The agency had earlier summoned ex-cricketer Robin Uthappa for questioning on September 22. Cricketers Suresh Raina and Shikhar Dhawan have already been interrogated in recent weeks.
The ED is examining whether these celebrities were involved in promotional activities or financial transactions linked to the betting platforms. Authorities are particularly focused on tracing the flow of funds and identifying violations under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
The investigation has sparked widespread attention, given the high-profile nature of those involved. As the probe deepens, it may have broader implications for celebrity endorsements and digital platform accountability in India.
