Rajasthan Royals' Manager Faces Controversy Over Phone Use in IPL Match
Rajasthan Royals In 'Anti Corruption' Controversy. Lalit Modi Flags Breach
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The Rajasthan Royals' team manager, Romi Bhinder, is under scrutiny for using his phone in the dugout during an IPL 2026 match against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru, violating BCCI's anti-corruption rules. Former IPL chairman Lalit Modi has called for immediate action regarding this breach.
- 01Romi Bhinder was caught using his phone in the dugout during the IPL match.
- 02This action breaches the PMOA protocol, which prohibits phone use in the dugout.
- 03Lalit Modi has expressed shock and called for immediate action from the IPL governing council.
- 04The incident has sparked significant debate on social media.
- 05No official statement has been released by the Rajasthan Royals or the IPL yet.
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The Rajasthan Royals are embroiled in a controversy following an incident during their IPL 2026 match against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Team manager Romi Bhinder was seen using his mobile phone in the dugout, an act that violates the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) anti-corruption protocols. This breach was captured on video during the 11th over of the match, raising concerns about the integrity of the game. According to the PMOA (Players and Match Officials Area) protocol, while team managers can carry phones, their use in the dugout is strictly prohibited. Bhinder's actions have led to calls for an investigation by the match referee and the anti-corruption unit. Former IPL chairman Lalit Modi expressed his dismay, emphasizing the seriousness of the breach and questioning the lack of immediate action from the IPL anti-corruption unit. As of now, the Rajasthan Royals and IPL have not issued any official statements regarding the incident.
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This incident raises concerns about the integrity of the IPL and could lead to stricter enforcement of anti-corruption protocols.
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