"I am a cricketer not a terrorist" - IPL spot-fixing accused Ajit Chandila

Ajit Chandila (in pic) along with S. Sreesanth were amongst the main accused in the IPL spot fixing scam

Rajasthan Royals player Ajit Chandila has expressed his discomfort with the way he and his family have been treated post his alleged involvement in the IPL-related spot fixing case. He believes that his entire life has taken a U-turn for the worst.

“I dreamt of becoming a good cricketer, and to an extent I achieved that. But, a tragedy struck, and my dreams were shattered. People have seen my performance in last two seasons of the IPL. I am clean, and I trust the judiciary,” Chandila said during an interview to Zee Media.

He said that his family and he were in a state of shock when they came to learn that the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) would be levelled against him: “My family and I are in a state of shock that such charges are being levelled against me, I am a cricketer not a terrorist.”

“My family has suffered a lot, and my brother was hospitalised the day I was arrested. But I have the support of my family. And soon, people will know the truth. I am innocent. I will make a comeback soon,” said Chandila on being asked about his family support.

“I have no clue about the spot fixing controversy. I have never been approached by anybody. I am absolutely unaware of this.” added Chandila.