IPL 2026 | BCCI Cracks Down On Franchises Over 'Girlfriend Culture As It Is Weary of Honey Traps

BCCI is about to implement a rigorous new advisory during IPL 2026 following several protocol violations, including unauthorised access to restricted zones and rising anti-corruption concerns. BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed that an advisory is being prepared for release to address the presence of unauthorised individuals, including players' girlfriends and social media influencers, accompanying teams. This decision stems from a series of security breaches and accreditation issues that have occurred throughout the current season.