IPL 2026: Use of mobile in RR dugout… Vaibhav Suryavanshi also seen with him, will BCCI take action?

By Sandy Verma On Apr 12, 2026

0IPL Mobile Phone Controversy: Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 Controversies are coming to light one after the other. Now the Rajasthan Royals team is embroiled in controversy, due to which their problems may increase. Actually, recently a fierce match was played between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Rajasthan Royals. During this match, Rajasthan Royals manager Romi Bhinder was seen using a mobile phone in the dugout. Its video has also surfaced on social media, which is becoming increasingly viral. Let us tell you that according to the rules of IPL, use of mobile phones and electronic devices is strictly prohibited in the Player and Match Official Area (PMOA). BCCI can take action if this is done. Now questions are being raised on Rajasthan Royals regarding this video. Watch the video…

Vaibhav Suryavanshi was also seen with him

In the viral video, it can be seen that RR team manager Romi Bhinder is sitting in the dugout and using his mobile. Right next to him was 15 year old young batsman Vaibhav Suryavanshi. (Vaibhav Suryavanshi) They are also sitting, who are seen looking at the mobile screen. This incident happened when Rajasthan Royals team was batting in the 11th over. Shortly before that, Vaibhav Suryavanshi was out and returned to the pavilion.

Did RR manager break the rules?

Under the protocol of Player and Match Official Area (PMOA) of IPL, it is strictly prohibited to use mobile phones or any other electronic device in places like dressing room, dugout, players’ seating area, third umpire area, match referee room. However, the Team Analyst may have limited use of electronic devices at the designated Analyst Table. Whereas, if we talk about the team manager, he is allowed to use his mobile inside the dressing room, but it is strictly prohibited in the dugout. In this situation Rajasthan Royals (Rajasthan Royals) The team manager has violated the rules. Let us tell you that on reaching the stadium, players and support staff have to deposit their mobile, smartwatch or other communication devices with the Team Security Liaison Officer (SLO).

Will BCCI take action?

This matter is being taken seriously, because it raises questions on the fairness of the match. If the investigation finds any violation of rules, then major action will be taken by BCCI. Under this, heavy fine can be imposed on the franchisee. However, till now no statement has come from BCCI on this matter.

How was the match?

Talking about the match, Royal Challengers Bangalore, batting first, scored 201 runs in 20 overs. In response, Rajasthan Royals chased the target in just 18 overs. For Rajasthan, young star batsman Vaibhav Suryavanshi played a brilliant innings of 78 runs in 26 balls. Apart from this, Dhruv Jurel scored 81 runs on 43 balls. On this basis, Rajasthan Royals defeated RCB by 6 wickets.