Fraud Charges Rock Cricket Canada, CEO’s Hiring Process Questioned

By Mehr Jan The International Cricket Council (ICC) has asked Cricket Canada to explain how it hired its new CEO, Salman Khan, following revelations that Khan is facing criminal charges stemming from his time as president of the Calgary and District Cricket League. Khan, who took the reins at Cricket Canada in January 2025, was charged in March by Calgary Police over allegations that he and a league treasurer misappropriated approximately CAD 200,000 between 2014 and 2016. The charges allege theft and fraud during his tenure at CDCL—a role he held before rising through Cricket Canada’s ranks. Despite the seriousness of the accusations, Khan has staunchly denied any wrongdoing.  In a Facebook post, he dismissed the claims as fabricated. “I have never been arrested, detained, or out on bail,” he wrote. “These claims are completely false… They have nothing to prove against me.” Khan also claimed the complainant had previously admitted in civil proceedings that the allegations were untrue. “I’m ready to fight ju