The globalization of match-fixing studies? The emerging Eastern scholarship in sport corruption Ping-Chao Lee
Department of Physical Education, National Taichung University of Education, Taiwan
140, Min-Shen Road, Taichung City (403), Taiwan
Abstract
This study seeks to contribute to the body of knowledge in sports social science and to serve as a basis of refining current Asian scholarship related to sports in general and the worldwide match-fixing studies in particular. Regarding the research method, a major goal of this study was to synthesize evidence by reviewing academic materials of Asian-related match-fixing references. The study begins with the discussion of emerging theoretical/conceptual frameworks of Asian match-fixing studies. Second, it further reflects on actors within their embedded match-fixing structure from various perspectives. Finally, by proposing a set of sociological constructs to examine the social fabrics of match-fixing, this study also articulates how Asian match-fixing cases can elucidate while conceptual implications and practical applications are also identified.
