Former Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) batsman Swastik Chikara is in controversy over chat screenshots leaked on social media ahead of IPL 2026. The issue has sparked widespread debate among fans, although no official complaints or investigations have been reported so far.
Ahead of the IPL 2026 mini auction, the Bengaluru-based team released Chikara from their squad. Chikara entered the auction hoping for another opportunity, but there were no bids from the franchise. The outcome of the auction often depends on the team’s balance, budget and strategy rather than the talent of any player.
Virat Kohli’s former RCB teammate Swastik Chikara faces fresh allegations of harassment
A social media user shared a post about his alleged encounter with the Swastika Chikara at a mall in Kanpur. She said he struck up a casual conversation and later invited her and a friend for coffee at a nearby café. The user also told that Rinku Singh was also present in the cafe at the same time.
Radhika Sharma said that she did not recognize any cricketer at that time, because she did not follow the game. After the meeting, she claimed that Chikara found her on social media and started sending messages. She said she pushed him away when he started flirting.
The user wrote in his post, “After a day or two he started flirting, so I removed him.” She further alleged that despite being removed, Chikara continued to “pressurize” her to meet at a specific café or restaurant. The user shared these details to “tell everyone” about the player’s behavior, and expressed frustration at his lack of respect for boundaries.
Who is Swastik Chikara and what is his connection with Virat Kohli?
Uttar Pradesh batsman Swastik Chikara was part of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) during the title-winning season of IPL 2025. Although the team won its first IPL trophy, Chikara did not play any matches and spent the season on the sidelines.
Despite not getting playing time, he remained in the public eye as he was often seen with senior players, especially Virat Kohli. Fans regularly share videos and pictures of him during practice sessions and team moments, with some even jokingly calling him Kohli’s biggest supporter.
After the IPL 2025 final, Chikara faced criticism online when he appeared near Kohli during an emotional moment after the win. Some fans felt that her appearance was unnecessary, leading to negative reactions on social media. However, Chikara did not respond publicly to the criticism.
RCB Star Yash Dayal Rape Case Details
RCB fast bowler Yash Dayal is facing serious legal charges. Last year, Jaipur Police had registered an FIR against him accusing him of raping a minor. At present the matter is under investigation.
Dayal is also dealing with another complaint by a woman in Ghaziabad. She has accused him of sexual assault and claims that he exploited her during their five-year relationship after he promised to marry her. This matter is also being investigated by the authorities.
Dayal started his domestic career with Uttar Pradesh in 2018. He has played 27 first-class matches and taken 84 wickets. In the T20 format, he appeared in 71 matches and took 66 wickets.
Dayal began his IPL journey with Gujarat Titans in 2022 before moving to Royal Challengers Bangalore. RCB bought him for Rs 5 crore in the 2024 auction and retained him for the next season. He was part of the title-winning RCB team under captain Rajat Patidar.
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