Female cricketer Angela Reakes sanctioned for betting on World Cup final

Sydney: An Australian female cricketer has been given a suspended two-year ban for placing bets totalling only $9 on the men's World Cup final.

Angela Reakes, who plays for the Sydney Sixers in the Women's Big Bash League, pleaded guilty to breaches of Australia's anti-corruption code by betting on the Man of the Match award in the March 29 final.

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As well as her suspended ban, Reakes received an official reprimand and will have to spend time educating other cricketers on anti-corruption issues.

Iain Roy, head of Cricket Australia's integrity unit, said "All elite cricketers are reminded regularly that betting on any form of cricket is strictly prohibited."

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