Rajasthan Royals manager fined for dugout phone breach in IPL protocol violation

BCCI penalises Ravinder Singh Bhinder ₹1 lakh after admitting to PMOA rules breach during Guwahati clash, issues warning for future compliance

Romi Bhinder portrait alongside IPL logo representing Indian Premier League cricket branding

Rajasthan Royals Team Manager, Ravinder Singh Bhinder, has been fined INR 1 Lakh for breaching the BCCI IPL PMOA Protocols during Match 16 between Rajasthan Royals and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the ACA Stadium, Guwahati on April 10, 2026.

The breach relates to the use of a mobile phone in the team dugout, which is in contravention of Article 4.1.1 of the BCCI IPL PMOA Protocols.

Acknowledging the lapse, Mr. Bhinder admitted to the offence and offered an unconditional apology.

As this was his first breach under the prescribed protocols, a fine of INR 1 Lakh has been imposed in accordance with Article 7.42(a) of the BCCI IPL PMOA Protocols. He has also been warned to exercise greater care in the future and to adhere strictly to the established guidelines.