One would have thought, that one vaping controversy was enough for IPL 2026 — where RR skipper Riyan Parag was caught using e-cigarette in the dressing room, during a match. But as it turns out, another one has been reported — this time by PBKS spinner Yuzvendra Chahal. It was on Arshdeep Singh’s camera that he was reportedly caught vaping. In turn, as a precautionary measure, as per a report in NDTV, Arshdeep has been asked to put a full stop on his vlogging.
Action against Arshdeep Singh
The incident had occurred, when the PBKS team was travelling from Ahmedabad to Hyderabad, for their next fixture. While there has been no reaction from the team, player or any official, this might just end Arshdeep’s vlogging career, during a tournament, at least.
It was only on Friday, that the BCCI had issued a seven-page guideline to the teams, about the potential dangers of being honey-trapped. As per the guidelines, there could be surprise check, to see if everything is being followed or not. Going further, no body is allowed to enter a team member’s room, regardless of the relationship they share with the person, without any prior knowledge and approval of the team manager.
| Rule | Directive |
|---|---|
| Visitors in rooms | Strictly prohibited without written approval |
| Meetings with guests | Allowed only in public hotel areas |
| Team hotel exits | Mandatory intimation to SLO/TIO |
| Accreditation cards | Must be displayed at all times |
| Dugout interaction | Owners barred from approaching players |
BCCI makes it clear
“The BCCI / IPL Operations Team may conduct periodic checks to assess adherence to the directives set forth in this Advisory. Team Managers are required to maintain records of all approved guest visits and hotel movements.” “Instances of vaping within the dressing room and other restricted areas of tournament venues have been brought to the BCCl’s attention. It is pertinent to note that the use of vapes and electronic cigarettes is prohibited under applicable Indian law.
“Any individual found engaging in such conduct within tournament premises is not only violating BCCI and IPL regulations but may also be committing a cognisable offence under the applicable statutory framework,” BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia stated in the directive. In fact, there could be punishments, if the new guidelines are not followed.
| Violation | Possible Action |
|---|---|
| SOP breach | Show-cause notice |
| Security violation | Financial penalty |
| PMOA breach | Suspension/disqualification |
| Prohibited substances | Referral to law enforcement |
| Repeat offence | IPL ban |
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