IPL 2026: What action will be taken against Romi Binder for using mobile in Rajasthan Royals dugout? Know the rules of BCCI

IPL 2026 Controversy: Indian Premier League (Indian Premier League) A new controversy has arisen. Rajasthan Royals (Rajasthan Royals) 2026 PMOA manager Romi Binder was seen using a mobile phone in the team’s dugout. (Players and Match Officials Area) It is being considered a violation of protocol. Despite almost two days having passed since the incident, BCCI has not taken any action yet.

bcci secretary Devajit Saikia Has said that any decision will be taken only after complete investigation of the matter. He said that some team officials are allowed to have mobile phones in the dugout, but using them is against the rules. Therefore, it is important to see where and under what conditions the phone was used.

Why is the matter serious??

This matter became more serious because during the match, when Romi Binder was using the mobile, the young player Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Were also seen looking at the screen. This entire incident was captured in live TV cameras, after which a big controversy arose on social media. Former IPL Chairman Lalit Modi also reacted sharply on this controversy and demanded immediate action. He raised the question that using mobile phones in the dugout is completely prohibited, yet how did this happen and where was the BCCI Anti-Corruption Unit at that time.

When did the incident happen?

This incident happened during the match played between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati. An eye is also being kept on whether this incident will be mentioned in the match referee’s report or not. Now the biggest question is whether Romi Binder will be allowed to sit in the dugout in the match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Monday or not.

According to sources, this can be considered a serious rule violation and BCCI should confiscate the mobile phone and investigate. If violation of rules is proved, the punishment can range from fine to match ban. BCCI now has very little time, because Rajasthan Royals are going to take the field again within 24 hours and before that it is considered necessary to take a decision in this matter.

What are the rules regarding PMOA?

• There are very strict rules regarding Players and Match Officials Area (PMOA) in IPL. According to this, the team manager can use the phone in the dressing room, but the use of phone in the dugout is completely prohibited.
• Before the start of the match, all players and support staff have to deposit their mobile phones and smartwatches with the ‘Security Liaison Officer’ (SLO).
• Only team analysts are allowed to use computers or electronic devices in the dugout, and only at the designated analyst table.
• During the match, no member of the team can contact any outsider through communication devices.

What action can be taken against Romi Binder?

Romi Binder’s use of mobile phone in the dugout is being considered a serious violation of PMOA protocol. Although the BCCI has not yet announced the final punishment, based on the report of the Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) and the match referee, the action that could be taken against him includes;

• Match Ban or Suspension: Romi Binder may be suspended for a few matches or banned from entering the PMOA area (dugout and dressing room).
• Heavy Financial Penalty: BCCI can impose huge financial penalty on Binder personally or on the Rajasthan Royals franchise.
• Official Warning: If the investigation finds that the phone was used unknowingly or for some non-serious purpose, they may be given a strict warning.
• Seizing of Device: Under anti-corruption rules, Binder’s mobile phone may be seized and forensically examined to ensure that no ‘inside information’ was shared during the match.