Dhoni files criminal case against ex-business partners over ₹15 crore fraud Mediainsights.in

According to the report, a complaint has been filed against Mihir Diwakar and Soumya Vishwas in Ranchi court in connection with a 2017 business deal.

Earlier in 2017, to open cricket academies across the world in the cricketer’s name, Diwakar had reportedly signed a deal with Mahendra Singh Dhoni. However, Diwakar allegedly did not stick to the conditions mentioned in the agreement, which also included the opening of a cricket academy, according to the complaint.

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Also, as per the agreement, Aarka Sports was liable to pay the franchise fee and share profits in the ratio mentioned, but they did not follow all the terms and conditions according to the agreement, the complaint added.

Following this, on 15 August 2021, Mahendra Singh Dhoni withdrew the authorization letter from Aarka Sports and sent several legal notices to Aarka Sports.

In the Ranchi Court, Mahendra Singh Dhoni – represented by his lawyer Dayanand Singh, has claimed that Aarka Sports has cheated him and he has lost more than ₹15 crore.

Meanwhile, Simant Lohani – Dhoni’s friend (Chittu) – also filed a complaint against Diwakar, alleging he faced threats and abuse from him after legal action was initiated against Aarka Sports.

The website of the sports firm – having a huge photo of Mahendra Singh Dhoni as its cover image – claims that it specializes in athlete and player management. Apart from this, it also adds that the sports firm provides ‘top class consultancy’.

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Published: 05 Jan 2024, 05:48 PM IST