BCCI Plans Action Against IPL Teams Violating Norms
IPL 2026 - Secretary Devajit Saikia says BCCI exploring options to penalise teams violating norms
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is considering penalties for teams violating IPL norms, following incidents involving Rajasthan Royals. Secretary Devajit Saikia emphasized the need for maintaining decorum to protect the league's image.
- 01BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia announced potential penalties for IPL teams violating norms.
- 02Rajasthan Royals faced scrutiny for two incidents involving team manager and captain.
- 03Team manager Ravinder Singh Bhinder was fined ₹1 lakh for using a phone during a match.
- 04Captain Riyan Parag was docked 25% of his match fees for vaping in the dressing room.
- 05Saikia stressed the importance of maintaining decorum to uphold IPL's reputation.
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is exploring penalties for teams that violate norms in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. Secretary Devajit Saikia stated that the board plans to take action against teams, particularly highlighting incidents involving Rajasthan Royals. The team manager, Ravinder Singh Bhinder, was fined ₹1 lakh for using his phone near the dugout during a match, while captain Riyan Parag faced a 25% deduction in match fees and received a demerit point for vaping in the dressing room. Saikia emphasized the need for teams to maintain decorum to protect the IPL's image, stating, "It is not just players or officials; as a team they have to maintain some decorum so that the image of the IPL is never adversely affected." The BCCI is reviewing terms and conditions to ensure compliance and uphold the league's standards.
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The enforcement of penalties could lead to stricter adherence to IPL norms, impacting team behavior and league integrity.
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