In February 2007, Samuels was allegedly caught on tape by the Indian police for passing on match-related information to an Indian bookie during West Indies' one-day series in India ahead of the World Cup. He denied giving out any information and the board supported him, however promised a transparent probe in to the charges. The ICC's Anti-Corruption and Security Unit also arrived in India for an enquiry. Samuels was allowed to play in the World Cup while investigations continued. Here is Cricinfo's full coverage of what followed the initial allegations
2008
May 25
News - Samuels to contest two-year ban
May 17
News - Samuels' ban harsh - Richie Richardson
May 14
News - Board offers support to banned Samuels
May 12
News - Samuels found guilty of violating ICC Code
May 7
News - Marlon Samuels to face WICB hearing
February 8
News - Samuels faces misconduct charge
2007
November 6
News - West Indies board delays Samuels probe
November 1
News - ICC seeks WICB inquiry into Samuels matter
February 15
News - Samuels makes West Indies squad
February 14
News - Samuels can play in the World Cup - ICC
February 12
News - ICC's anti-corruption unit arrives in Nagpur
February 11
News - WICB lends full support to Samuels
Tony Cozier - Windies board needs to act quickly
News - Ramnarine calls for educating players on anti-corruption
February 9
Full transcript - Samuels in conversation with Kochar
Comment - Don't rush to judgment
Sambit Bal - A question of faith
February 8
News - ICC team to go to Nagpur for Samuels probe
News - Samuels and Kochar deny allegations