DNPA Code of Ethics

As a responsible digital platform, MaleCricket adheres to the ethical principles set forth by the Digital News Publishers Association (DNPA) to ensure journalistic integrity, accuracy, and fairness in cricket reporting.

Accuracy and Fairness

We are committed to delivering accurate, fair, and impartial cricket news. All match reports, player analysis, and cricket-related content will be fact-checked to avoid misrepresentation, distortion, or exaggeration of information.

Responsible Cricket Reporting

  • We will report on cricket matches, player performances, and controversies responsibly, ensuring balanced perspectives.
  • Sensationalism and misleading content that could create unnecessary panic or misinformation about players, teams, or tournaments will be avoided.

Avoidance of Conflict of Interest

  • MaleCricket will maintain transparency by clearly identifying any potential conflicts of interest, such as sponsorships, brand partnerships, or promotional collaborations.
  • Any affiliations that may impact the neutrality of our reporting will be disclosed to maintain credibility.

Separation of News and Advertisements

  • Editorial cricket content, including match analyses, player interviews, and expert opinions, will remain independent and separate from sponsored content.
  • Any promotional material or advertorials will be distinctly labeled.

Respect for Privacy

  • We will respect the privacy of cricketers, officials, and stakeholders while reporting, especially on sensitive matters.
  • Personal details of individuals will not be disclosed without consent, unless required by law or public interest.

Ethical Use of Social Media

  • MaleCricket will uphold high ethical standards when sharing news, match updates, and analysis on social media platforms.
  • We will ensure the accuracy of all shared content and give due credit to sources.
  • Spreading rumors, unverified reports, or fake news related to cricket will be strictly avoided.

Protection of Minors

  • Any coverage involving young cricketers or minors will be handled responsibly, ensuring their rights and well-being are protected.

Transparency and Accountability

  • We acknowledge the responsibility of our content and actions. Any factual errors will be corrected promptly to maintain trust.
  • We will remain transparent in our reporting practices and uphold ethical journalism standards.

Freedom of Expression with Responsibility

  • While we respect freedom of speech, we also recognize our duty to avoid content that could cause harm, defamation, or incite hatred.
  • We will not publish content that promotes violence, discrimination, or hate speech within the cricketing community.

At MaleCricket, our goal is to provide cricket enthusiasts with credible, insightful, and ethical journalism, ensuring the integrity of the sport and its players.