Arshdeep Singh Sparks Curiosity by Deleting Instagram Posts Amid IPL 2026 Controversy
Arshdeep Singh's Instagram Clean-Up
Mumbai (May 26): Left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh from Punjab Kings has been making headlines for various reasons during IPL 2026. Recently, he has stirred conversations in cricket circles not for his on-field performance but for abruptly removing over 200 posts from his official Instagram account, which has caught the attention of many.
Punjab Kings' IPL Journey
The Punjab Kings faced an early exit from IPL 2026, finishing their campaign in the league stage. Despite a promising start, a series of defeats led to their downfall. Nevertheless, discussions surrounding Arshdeep Singh continue to thrive.
Social Media Buzz
Arshdeep has been frequently in the news, especially after his girlfriend became a trending topic online. Following this, he not only deleted a significant number of posts but also updated his profile picture.
Reason Behind the Deletion
On the night of May 25, Arshdeep undertook a significant clean-up of his Instagram, reducing his post count to just 40. Among the deleted content was a viral post featuring Virat Kohli and several important posts related to the Punjab Kings.
The rationale behind Arshdeep's actions remains unclear, as he has not issued any official statement. This ambiguity has left fans puzzled, prompting various speculations online.
Some fans speculate that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) may have influenced this decision due to its recent stance on social media usage. Others believe it could stem from personal reasons, while some suspect that there might be significant developments occurring behind the scenes. Notably, Arshdeep faced considerable trolling recently for comments he made about Tilak Varma.
The Missing Viral Video
During the Champions Trophy 2025, Arshdeep shared a video on Instagram that garnered over 150 million views, featuring a playful interaction with Virat Kohli. This popular video has also been deleted, along with many posts related to the Punjab Kings, although some remain accessible on his account.
Arshdeep's IPL 2026 Performance
This IPL season, Arshdeep Singh's performance was disappointing. Across 14 matches, he conceded a staggering 541 runs while claiming only 14 wickets, resulting in an economy rate of 10.21, which is considered quite high. This lackluster bowling performance significantly impacted the Punjab Kings.
Interestingly, Prabhsimran Singh emerged as the top run-scorer for Punjab Kings, amassing 510 runs in 14 matches. In contrast, Arshdeep's runs conceded exceeded the runs scored by his team's leading batsman.