Hyderabad Women’s Cricket Coach Suspended Amidst Misconduct Allegations

Hyderabad Cricket Association suspends Vidyuth Jaisimha, head coach of the women’s cricket team, following allegations of inappropriate behavior.

The Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) has suspended Vidyuth Jaisimha, the head coach of the senior women’s team, following allegations of alcohol consumption and misconduct with female cricketers. HCA president Jagan Mohan Rao ordered an investigation after receiving an anonymous email and videos depicting Jaisimha consuming alcohol in the team bus. The coach is directed to refrain from cricketing activities during the investigation, and the HCA president emphasized that if necessary, criminal action would be taken. The association is committed to a thorough inquiry and has pledged firm action against individuals engaging in such behavior, with the possibility of a lifetime ban.

Key Points:

  1. Suspension Amidst Allegations: Vidyuth Jaisimha, head coach of the senior women’s cricket team in Hyderabad, is suspended following allegations of alcohol consumption and inappropriate behavior with female cricketers.
  2. Anonymous Email and Videos: The HCA received an anonymous email along with videos showing Jaisimha carrying and consuming liquor in the team bus during a coaching assignment with the Hyderabad State team.
  3. Thorough Investigation: HCA president Jagan Mohan Rao has ordered a comprehensive investigation into the matter and has emphasized that a decision will be made based on the outcome of the inquiry.
  4. Directive to Refrain from Cricketing Activities: During the investigation, Jaisimha is directed to refrain from involving himself in any cricketing activities on behalf of the HCA.
  5. Potential Criminal Action: The HCA president stated that if necessary, criminal action would be taken against the coach, and the association is committed to dealing firmly with individuals engaged in such activities, potentially resulting in a lifetime ban.

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