Viral Video: Punjab Kings Star Caught Red Handed

The ongoing season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 is leaving no stone unturned to keep fans entertained. However, there are a lot of off-field happenings which has kept the league in headlines. Recently, a viral clip circulating on social media has put the Punjab Kings spinner Yuzvendra Chahal in the spotlight.

In the video, an individual allegedly resembling the veteran leg-spinner, Yuzvendra Chahal is smoking while driving a sports car. The footage didn't go well with the social media users who were seen criticising the cricketer brutally.

Was Yuzvendra Chahal Spotted Throwing a Cigarette on the Road?

The Yuzvendra Chahal Smoking Video first surfaced on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, where it quickly gathered attention. In the clip, the person believed to be Chahal is seen holding a cigarette before discarding it onto the road. The incident has led to criticism from sections of fans, with many highlighting the influence athletes have on younger audiences.

At the same time, it is important to note that the authenticity of the video remains unverified, and there has been no confirmation linking it directly to the player. The Yuzvendra Chahal cigarette smoking debate continues largely on social media speculation. Neither Chahal nor his representatives have responded to the claims so far, leaving the situation unclear as the tournament progresses.

Yuzvendra Chahal Quits Alcohol

The incident has come after Chahal recently admitted that he has given up consuming alcohol to give his best in the ongoing season of the richest cricket league in the world. The veteran spinner told former South Africa cricketer AB de Villiers during a discussion on his YouTube channel.

“I've stopped drinking alcohol, and it's been more than six months. I am now 35, so I want to be more active and give my 150% for my team. As a senior player, I want people in the IPL to learn something from me," Chahal said in an interview with his former RCB teammate on the latter's YouTube channel.

Coming back to the video, it will be interesting to see how Chahal reacts, or whether he chooses to respond at all, given that the clip remains unverified and similar videos are often created using AI.