Yash Dayal's Bail Denied in Serious Sexual Exploitation Case Ahead of IPL 2026
Yash Dayal Faces Legal Troubles
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fast bowler, Yash Dayal, is currently embroiled in legal issues as the Jaipur POCSO (Prevention of Children from Sexual Offences Act) Court has denied his bail request in connection with an alleged rape case. This development comes just before the Indian Premier League (IPL) season set to begin in March next year.
Allegations Against Dayal
Dayal is accused of sexual exploitation by a minor girl from Jaipur, with incidents reportedly occurring between 2023 and April 2025, including during the last IPL season. The victim claims that Dayal exploited her under the guise of assisting her cricket career, alleging emotional manipulation related to cricket opportunities.
Dayal's Counter-Claims
In response, Dayal has filed a counter-complaint, labeling the accusations as false and driven by ulterior motives. His legal team argued that the complainant misrepresented her age and that their interactions were limited to public settings, suggesting an attempt to extort money from him.
Court's Decision
During the court proceedings, the prosecution and the complainant's counsel opposed Dayal's bail application. Judge Alka Bansal of the Jaipur Metropolitan Court ruled against granting anticipatory bail, citing insufficient evidence to support claims of false accusations against Dayal.
Ongoing Investigations
The court's decision reflects concerns regarding Dayal's potential involvement in the case, leading to the denial of bail. The investigation is ongoing, with police gathering evidence, including digital communications and hotel records, while Dayal remains under scrutiny.
Additional Legal Challenges
This situation is compounded by another sexual harassment case against Dayal, filed by a woman from Ghaziabad, who accused him of exploiting her under the pretext of marriage. An FIR was lodged in Uttar Pradesh in July of this year.
Impact on IPL Career
Yash Dayal's future in the IPL is now uncertain, especially with the upcoming season approaching. The denial of bail raises significant legal and disciplinary issues, potentially affecting his participation in the tournament. Dayal was retained by RCB for 5 crore ahead of IPL 2026.
Public Reaction
Fans and cricket enthusiasts have expressed outrage over RCB's decision to retain Dayal amid serious allegations, calling for action from the BCCI and IPL against him. Social media reactions reflect a strong sentiment against retaining a player facing such serious charges.
Yash Dayal's IPL Statistics
In his IPL career, Yash Dayal has taken 41 wickets at an average of 33.90 and an economy rate of 9.57 across 43 matches. He played a crucial role in helping RCB secure their first IPL title this year, defeating Punjab Kings in the final.