On May 14, 2026, a video surfaced on social media showing Punjab Kings (PBKS) pacer Arshdeep Singh allegedly using the phrase 'Oi, andhere' (meaning 'Hey, dark one') towards Mumbai Indians (MI) batter Tilak Varma during an IPL 2026 match. The clip has sparked accusations of racism against Singh, with many social media users condemning the remark as racially insensitive.
The incident occurred during the IPL 2026 season, though the exact match date is unconfirmed. Tilak Varma, who plays for Mumbai Indians, has not publicly commented on the matter as of May 15, 2026. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not issued an official statement regarding the controversy.
Arshdeep Singh, a left-arm fast bowler for Punjab Kings, has not responded to the allegations. The IPL governing council is reportedly reviewing the video to determine if any disciplinary action is warranted. This is not the first time a racial slur has been alleged in the IPL; in 2020, a similar incident involving a player was investigated.
