Former Indian cricketer denied bail in Sri Lanka over match-fixing case

Former India Under-19 star and Jaffna Kings franchise co-owner Manjot Kalra will remain in police custody in Sri Lanka after a Colombo court turned down his plea for early bail regarding alleged match-fixing during the 2026 Lanka Premier League (LPL).

Kalra, along with fellow Indian national Yuvraj Pushpa, appeared before Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama seeking release on medical grounds. Defense counsel K.W.S. Fernando informed the court that both individuals were suffering from health issues.

However, the prosecution strongly opposed the application, arguing that the Sri Lanka Police Special Investigation Unit for the Prevention of Offences Relating to Sports is actively carrying out its probe. The magistrate subsequently extended their remand until July 31.