"Already a full-fledged Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) of the BCCI is in existence," Dalmiya, who took over as president last month, said in a statement.

"However, in order to further strengthen the Anti-Corruption Unit of the BCCI, especially in matters related to the Indian Premier League (IPL), it is being contemplated to bring in someone with impeccable reputation and having experience in presiding over challenging investigations relating to sporting frauds as a consultant in addition to the existing set up.

Poll

Who will win the Punjab Elections?

BJP 32.86%

AAP 41.43%

INC 25.71%

Submit

View All In Poll

"BCCI believes in zero tolerance approach to corruption in the game and sporting frauds. After all, there has to be every effort to make cricket pure and spotless," the statement added.