Three Puducherry players were suspended by CAP after the alleged assault and attempted murder of the U-19 coach and barred from all cricket activities pending court decision.
The Cricket Association of Puducherry took strict action against 3 players following serious allegations. Three Puducherry players, J. Karthiyeyan, A. Aravindaraj, and S. Santhosh Kumaran, face charges of assault and attempted murder involving Under-19 coach Venkataraman.
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Authorities announced immediate disciplinary measures to maintain order and reputation.
- Suspended from all cricket activities under CAP with immediate effect
- Barred from entering the CAP Siechem campus in Tuticorin, Pondicherry
- Restricted from accessing any CAP-controlled premises
- Not allowed to represent CAP in domestic or external tournaments
- Prohibited from holding any role within CAP activities
The suspension will continue until the court completes proceedings and delivers a final verdict. Meanwhile, Puducherry last competed in the Ranji Trophy 2025-26. The team finished 6th in Group D after winning 1 of 7 matches.
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