Cricket's Dark Underbelly: The Abishek Porel Case Exposes a Culture of Exploitation The Indian Premier League (IPL) has long been criticized for its glitzy facade, where international cricketers rub shoulders with Bollywood stars and corporate moguls.
But beneath the glamour lies a seedy underworld of exploitation, where young players are vulnerable to manipulation by more powerful individuals.
Abishek Porel, a Bengal wicketkeeper batter, was arrested on rape charges in July after a medical student alleged that he had promised her marriage before assaulting her.