ICC suspends USA batter Aaron Jones for alleged match fixing ahead of T20 World Cup 2026

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has issued a provisional suspension for American batter Aaron Jones following allegations of match-fixing. The charges stem from his participation in the BIM10 league in Barbados during the 2023-2024 season. This disciplinary action marks a significant blow to the player, who rose to prominence as a key figure in the United States' historic run to the Super Eight stage during their T20 World Cup debut in 2024.

ALSO READ: 'Wasn't feeling respected. It was hurting': Yuvraj Singh reveals real reason behind his retirement

Aaron Jones suspended for alleged match-fixing

In addition to the primary fixing allegations, Jones faces further charges for violating the ICC's Anti-Corruption Code. Specifically, he is accused of failing to report a corrupt approach to the appropriate authorities and refusing to cooperate with the subsequent investigation. These combined charges have led to his immediate removal from all cricket-related activities while the legal proceedings continue.

“The International Cricket Council (ICC) has charged United States of America (USA) player Aaron Jones with five breaches of the anti-corruption codes of Cricket West Indies (CWI) and the ICC. The charges relate predominantly to the Bim10 tournament in 2023-24, which falls under the jurisdiction of the CWI Anti-Corruption Code, with two other charges relating to International Matches (falling under the jurisdiction of the ICC Code)," said the ICC in a statement.

“Mr. Jones has been provisionally suspended from all cricket with immediate effect and has 14 days from 28 January 2026 to respond to the charges,” he added.

Aaron Jones accused of fixing during BIM10 tournament

According to the ICC, the primary charge against Aaron Jones falls under the Cricket West Indies (CWI) Anti-Corruption Code. He is accused of fixing or attempting to influence the outcome, progress, or other specific aspects of matches during the BIM10 tournament. This central allegation is supplemented by a second charge for failing to report any approaches or invitations that could have led to such corrupt activities to CWI authorities.

ALSO READ: Ben Stokes joins this team's coaching staff following England's Ashes disaster

In addition to the fixing allegations, Jones faces serious charges regarding his conduct during the subsequent investigation. He is accused of failing to cooperate with formal inquiries led by anti-corruption officials and is facing two additional counts of obstructing the ICC’s Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU). These obstruction charges involve allegations of concealing or tampering with evidence that was relevant to the ongoing probe.
The ICC has noted that this case is part of a broader investigation into the BIM10 league, suggesting that more participants may be charged soon. For the 31-year-old New York-born batter—who has represented the USA in 52 ODIs and 48 T20Is—these allegations place his international career in immediate jeopardy. Jones, who last appeared for the national team in April 2025, has been given a 14-day window to formally respond to the charges.