Sources: 
The Vigilance Commission has recommended action against the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) following a probe that confirmed allegations of harassment and blackmail against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) IPL franchise. The investigation, ordered by the state government, found that the HCA demanded additional complimentary tickets beyond the 10% already allotted by SRH.
According to the report,
SRH was providing 10% of tickets to HCA free of charge, but the HCA secretary demanded an extra 10%, which SRH refused. Furthermore,
HCA president A Jagan Mohan Rao sought 10% of complimentary tickets for personal use, a request also denied by SRH.
The probe also revealed operational disruptions, with HCA staff reportedly locking VIP galleries during a match between SRH and Lucknow Super Giants, affecting stadium arrangements. Additionally, the HCA was charged with taking more than 40% of car passes, impacting stadium access.
The Vigilance and Enforcement department's findings have led to recommendations for action against HCA office bearers as per rules. This case highlights tensions between the cricket association and franchise over ticket allotments and stadium management during the IPL season.
Key quotes:"The Vigilance Commission has reportedly confirmed the charges of blackmail and harassment that the IPL franchisee had levelled against the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) over the allotment of IPL complimentary tickets."
"The investigating agency found that Jagan Mohan Rao personally wanted 10 per cent tickets for himself, but the SRH flatly refused to concede."
Key stats:- SRH provides 10% complimentary tickets to HCA
- HCA demanded an additional 10% tickets
- HCA took more than 40% of car passes
The state government is expected to take further action based on the Vigilance Commission's recommendations.
Sources: The Vigilance Commission has recommended action against the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) following confirmed charges of harassment and blackmail against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) over IPL complimentary ticket allotments. The probe found HCA officials demanded extra tickets beyond the 10% already provided, disrupting stadium operations.
