London:England head coach Brendon McCullum has landed in trouble for appearing in online betting advertisements as the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) investigates whether it breaches its anti-corruption rules. The former New Zealand captain became the brand ambassador of a betting outfit in January and has since appeared in its online advertisements. On March 27, he shared a video on his Facebook page promoting the betting company in the Indian Premier League. are doing. According to the BBC, the ECB said, ‘We are investigating the matter. Discussing with Brendan their relationship with the betting company. We have rules regarding betting and we always ensure that they are fully followed.
The ECB, however, clarified that McCullum is not currently under any investigation. The Problem Gambling Foundation of New Zealand made a complaint to the ECB about these ads last week. England have won 10 of the last 12 Test matches since McCullum took over as coach.
The ECB, however, clarified that McCullum is not currently under any investigation. The Problem Gambling Foundation of New Zealand made a complaint to the ECB about these ads last week. England have won 10 of the last 12 Test matches since McCullum took over as coach.
It is noteworthy that the former New Zealand captain was the coach of the two-time IPL winning franchise Kolkata Knight Riders till last season. He has also played for this team. He had decided to withdraw from the team before this season. Ever since he became the coach of the England Test team, under the captaincy of Ben Stokes, the team has raised many flags of success.