From Sandeep Lamichhane To S Sreesanth: Unraveling The Stories Of Cricketers Who Went To Jail - In Pics

In a shocking turn of events, former Nepal Cricket Team captain Sandeep Lamichhane, celebrated for his cricketing prowess, has been convicted of rape by the Kathmandu District Court. Lamichhane, once a rising star at 23, now faces a dark chapter in his career.

Lamichhane's legal journey has been tumultuous, beginning with his arrest at Tribhuvan International Airport in October 2022. Despite facing serious charges, he managed to secure bail on January 12, 2023, through a review petition filed in the Patan High Court, sparking controversy within the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN).

Before the scandal, Sandeep Lamichhane was Nepal's cricket sensation, making a mark as the all-time leading wicket-taker in ODIs and T20Is. His international debut in May 2018 marked the beginning of a stellar career, playing over 100 matches and achieving the title of the fastest bowler to 100 ODI wickets globally.

The rape conviction has tarnished Lamichhane's reputation, leading to his removal as captain in December 2021 and subsequent arrests in September 2022. While his last ODI appearance was in September 2023, the cricketing community is left to grapple with the fall of one of Nepal's cricketing icons.

Former cricketer and Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, faced a three-year prison sentence and a five-year ban from active politics for profiting from selling expensive state gifts during his time in power. Khan was arrested from his Lahore residence.

Former Indian leg-spinner Amit Mishra faced arrest by Bangalore police on charges of assaulting a woman in a hotel room. Booked under sections 354 and 328 of the Indian Penal Code, Mishra's case highlighted issues of assault and causing hurt with intent to commit an offense.

Indian batsman Suresh Raina found himself in legal trouble in 2020 when he was arrested in Mumbai for breaking Covid-19 protocols. Raina was among the 34 people arrested during a raid for partying at a club with singer Guru Randhawa when restrictions were in place.

Indian pace bowler Sreesanth faced arrest in 2013 for his alleged involvement in spot-fixing during the Indian Premier League (IPL). Despite spending a month in Tihar jail, he was released due to lack of evidence, but the BCCI maintained a zero-tolerance policy on such issues.

Former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli was arrested in 2015 for allegedly assaulting his maid. The maid lodged a complaint stating that Kambli and his wife abused her, leading to legal troubles for the cricketer, who denied the allegations.

A brief look at other cricketers who faced legal issues, including accusations of lewd messages, road rage accidents resulting in death, arrests for possessing illegal drugs, and accusations of rape—all contributing to the controversial narratives of these cricketing figures.