BCCI rejects defence, Modi’s ouster looks certain

New Delhi, June 22: Trouble appears to be mounting for suspended IPL Commissioner Lalit Modi whose ouster looks certain with the Cricket Board today rejecting his defence against the slew of charges levelled against him.

Talking to PTI, BCCI secretary N Srinivasan said he found Modi’s reply to the three showcause notices that had been slapped on him “unacceptable”.

He said his observation has been forwarded to the affiliate units and would seek ratification in the Board’s July 3 Special General Body Meeting, which is expected to oust Modi.

“Since Mr Lalit Modi had accused me of being biased against him, after a thorough and careful reading of his explanation against the charges, I have passed an order that it was not acceptable,” Srinivasan said.

–Agencies