Cricket spot-fixer Mazhar Majeed declared bankrupt amidst boxing ties

In the United Kingdom, Mazhar Majeed has recently been declared bankrupt. Known for his involvement in a major corruption scandal, Majeed was sentenced to 32 months in prison in 2011 for his role in fixing a Test match between England and Pakistan at Lord's. Despite his notorious past, Majeed has made significant inroads into the boxing community, where he acts as an adviser to boxer Chris Eubank Jr. This connection highlights the often blurred lines between sports and corruption. Majeed's influence in boxing became more evident when a Sunday Times investigation uncovered his connections to Boxxer, a promotional company that secured a lucrative contract with Sky in 2021. As Eubank Jr. prepares for a highly anticipated fight against Conor Benn on April 26, Eddie Hearn, Benn's promoter, has playfully teased Eubank regarding the condition of his foot. Eubank posted an image of his blistered foot on Instagram, leading Hearn to suggest that Eubank might be creating excuses for a potential loss. Both Eubank and Benn have been engaged in intensive training camps leading up to their match, which was originally set for October 2022 but postponed after Benn tested positive for a banned substance. Benn was later cleared of wrongdoing when the WBC deemed that his positive test could be attributed to an elevated consumption of eggs. Following the lifting of Benn's provisional UK Anti-Doping ban, the fight was rescheduled, revealing the intense rivalry built between the two fighters. This feud became especially heated after an altercation in February when Eubank slapped Benn with an egg during a press conference. Eubank and Benn's upcoming fight at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is not just a sporting event; it is a climactic conclusion to their ongoing animosity, with considerable stakes for their careers. In light of Majeed's bankruptcy, the situation raises questions about accountability and integrity in sports. As boxing draws a multitude of figures, including those with questionable ethical backgrounds, the implications of Majeed’s bankruptcy may also extend to Eubank Jr.'s reputation and performance in the ring. The convergence of Majeed’s past and current endeavors serves as a reminder of the pervasive influence of corruption and its haunting presence in the world of sports.