Former West Indies cricketer Marlon Samuels has been handed a six-year ban from all cricket by an independent Anti-Corruption Tribunal. The tribunal found Samuels guilty of breaching the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB) Anti-Corruption Code, as per the International Cricket Council (ICC).

The sanctions come after a thorough investigation into Samuels' conduct, revealing violations of the established anti-corruption protocols. The nature and specifics of the breaches were not immediately disclosed, but the severity of the penalty underscores the gravity of the offenses in question.

Marlon Samuels, known for his contributions to West Indies cricket over the years, has now become the focus of scrutiny and disciplinary action. The ban serves as a stern warning to players and officials across the cricketing world, emphasizing the ICC's stringent action to upholding the highest standards of integrity within the sport.