The BCCI responded to allegations against Rajasthan Royals’ team manager Romi Bhinder for using a mobile phone in the dugout during their IPL 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The incident, initially unnoticed, sparked controversy after a viral clip showed Bhinder briefly using his phone while seated beside Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the dugout. A BCCI official confirmed this as a breach of the IPL’s Player and Match Officials Area protocol, as mobile phones are not allowed in the dugout during a match. Bhinder, a long-time member of the franchise, may face disciplinary action, ranging from a warning to a possible match ban. Former IPL chairman Lalit Modi raised concerns on social media, calling for swift action. Rajasthan Royals have not issued an official statement on the matter. The incident has raised questions about adherence to anti-corruption protocols in the IPL.
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