Chennai Super Kings File Complaint Over DJ Remarks During IPL Match
CSK file complaint to BCCI; claim ‘insulted, undermined’ in RCB game at Chinnaswamy: The comments were unacceptable
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Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have filed a complaint with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) after feeling 'insulted and undermined' during their IPL 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. CSK took issue with a song and DJ comments perceived as derogatory towards their players.
- 01CSK lodged a complaint with BCCI over perceived insults during an IPL match.
- 02The complaint centers on a song and DJ remarks deemed inappropriate.
- 03CSK CEO emphasized the DJ's role should not include undermining rival players.
- 04The incident marks a departure from previous conduct at the stadium.
- 05RCB is currently leading the IPL table with four wins out of five matches.
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Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have officially complained to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) regarding incidents during their IPL 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on April 5. CSK expressed their discontent over the stadium DJ playing a song associated with South Indian stereotypes, which they found disrespectful. Additionally, comments made by the DJ about CSK players during the match were also deemed inappropriate. CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan confirmed the complaint, stating that the DJ's role is to support the home team, not to insult rivals. This incident follows a previous situation involving player Jitesh Sharma, where CSK had intervened to prevent trolling from their fans. CSK, who lost the match against RCB, will next face Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 18 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. Meanwhile, RCB is performing well, currently at the top of the IPL standings.
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The complaint highlights the need for respectful conduct in sports events, impacting how DJs engage with fans and players.
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