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T20 World Cup: The recently concluded ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 has reportedly come under controversy after allegations of match-fixing surfaced in connection with Canada’s game against New Zealand at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

According to an ESPNcricinfo report, the International Cricket Council’s Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) has opened an investigation into Cricket Canada following claims made in a recently aired documentary.

The Canada-New Zealand fixture, played on February 17, is said to be a key focus of the probe. Canada, after electing to bat first, posted 173/4. However, New Zealand chased down the target with ease in just 15.1 overs, winning by eight wickets to qualify for the Super Eight stage. Glenn Phillips remained unbeaten on 59 off 39 balls, while Rachin Ravindra scored an unbeaten 76 off 36 deliveries.