The continuing Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL 2026) just isn’t solely creating headlines due to the explosive batting and game-changing spells, but in addition due to the off-field controversies as properly.

IPL groups have reportedly began turning into very strict about gamers’ social media exercise and private content material, and the most recent names within the highlight are Arshdeep Singh and Yuzvendra Chahal, each are representing Punjab Kings (PBKS) within the ongoing IPL 2026.

Punjab Kings bans Arshdeep Singh’s vlogging in IPL 2026

Arshdeep Singh, who could be very in style amongst followers for his enjoyable vlogs and behind-the-scenes movies on YouTube and different social media platforms, has reportedly been advised by his IPL franchise, Punjab Kings (PBKS), to cease his vlogging actions for the remainder of the season.

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The left-arm pacer’s movies often present journey, crew enjoyable, and dressing-room moments, and followers take pleasure in seeing contained in the PBKS story through the IPL season. However now Arshdeep is banned by the PBKS from doing the identical, as they now wish to watch out about what’s being shared on-line to keep away from pointless controversy and to remain centered on the enterprise finish of the match.

Yuzvendra Chahal in bother amid IPL 2026

On the identical time, one other incident involving Yuzvendra Chahal has triggered a giant controversy. The leg-spinner, who was lately within the information for vaping on a flight, reportedly missed his crew’s flight on Could 7. He’ll now journey individually and be a part of the squad in Dharamshala on Could 8.

Notably, the social media customers shared screenshots and video clips from Arshdeep Singh’s vlog and claimed that Chahal was seen utilizing a vape whereas travelling with the Punjab Kings squad from Ahmedabad to Hyderabad earlier this week.

Many customers additionally claimed that the unique vlog was later edited and made shorter to take away the components displaying the senior spinner. This was the second vape incident within the ongoing 2026 season after Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag was fined for vaping contained in the dressing room throughout a reside match.

These incidents have made franchises much more severe about self-discipline and social media management through the match. Apparently, Delhi Capitals had already given clear directions to its gamers, assist workers, and even members of the family concerning movies and social media posts.

They’ve reportedly been allowed to document movies for private reminiscences inside inns or crew areas, however they need to wait till the IPL season ends earlier than importing something on-line.

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Each Chahal and Arshdeep are key bowlers for the PBKS this season. Whereas the Punjab pacer has taken 11 wickets in 10 matches, the leg-spinner has claimed 8 wickets in 10 matches.

Punjab Kings really feel strain after three defeats in a row

Punjab Kings have misplaced the momentum after their six-match profitable streak was damaged this season. Nonetheless, they’re nonetheless one of many strongest groups and are at the moment positioned second on the factors desk with 13 factors from 10 video games regardless of dropping three video games in a row.

However the strain is slowly growing as a result of the playoff race has develop into intense. PBKS has now moved to Dharamsala, which is their second dwelling floor, for 3 essential matches. PBKS will first play towards Delhi Capitals on Could 11, then will face Mumbai Indians on Could 14, earlier than the massive match towards Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Could 17 in Dharamsala.

They’ll end their league part in Lucknow on Could 23 towards Lucknow Tremendous Giants.