Cricket Canada controversy: Gunshots fired at board president's house

Cricket Canada’s crisis deepened on May 20 when gunshots struck the Surrey residence of newly elected board president Arvinder Khosa around 4:40 a.m. local time. Police confirmed the attack targeted the Newton neighborhood home, leaving five bullet holes on doors, windows, and exterior walls, though no injuries were reported. Surrey Police described the incident as potentially linked to extortion but have not identified suspects. The shooting follows weeks of allegations involving match-fixing, governance failures, and intimidation tied to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. A CBC News investigation revealed threats and coercion allegedly pressured players during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, including warnings against dropping specific individuals from the squad. Players were reportedly told, ‘You must take care of these guys. These guys should not get dropped from the team. If they do, you are in trouble,’ according to an unnamed source. The scandal centers on Canada’s group-stage match against New Zealand in Chennai, where captain Dilpreet Bajwa’s over—including a no-ball and wide—conceded 15 runs. The ICC Anti-Corruption Unit is investigating potential breaches, though interim integrity chief Andrew Ephgrave declined specifics, stating, ‘We cannot comment on the substance of the allegations at this stage.’ Leaked audio recordings allegedly featuring former coach Khurram Chohan surfaced online, claiming board members pressured team selections and hinted at fixing attempts. Former head coach Pubudu Dassanayake has also raised concerns about governance issues within Cricket Canada. The case remains under investigation, with police and the ICC reviewing evidence. Authorities have not yet linked the shooting directly to the corruption allegations, but the timing raises serious questions about the safety of officials amid the unfolding scandal.