BCCI Bans Smart Sunglasses in IPL, Warns Players and Officials of Strict Action
With IPL 2026 entering its final stage, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has introduced another strict rule aimed at tightening security and maintaining anti-corruption standards inside the tournament.
The BCCI’s Anti-Corruption Unit (ACU) has officially prohibited players, support staff, and match officials from carrying or using smart sunglasses inside restricted match areas. The board believes these high-tech devices pose a potential security risk because of their advanced communication and recording features.
According to the latest advisory sent to franchises, modern smart glasses are capable of live streaming, video calling, audio communication, and sending messages through mobile networks or Wi-Fi. Because of these capabilities, the devices are now classified as both communication tools and recording equipment under IPL regulations.
The ban applies specifically to the Players and Match Officials Area (PMOA), where electronic communication devices are already heavily restricted. The BCCI has instructed all players and support staff to deposit smart glasses along with mobile phones and smartwatches before entering the restricted zone on match days. Any failure to follow the rule could lead to disciplinary action or financial penalties.
The decision comes after several recent incidents that raised concerns within the board. Earlier this season, a Rajasthan Royals official was fined after being seen using a phone in the dugout during a match. Since then, the BCCI has significantly tightened monitoring across teams and venues.
Over the last few weeks, the board has also cracked down on multiple protocol violations involving players, franchise owners, commentators, and team staff. New rules have already been introduced regarding unauthorized visitors in team hotels, social media filming near dugouts, vaping inside restricted areas, and late-night movement without approval.
BCCI officials believe these tighter regulations are necessary to protect the integrity of the league and prevent any misuse of technology during matches. With only a couple of IPL 2026 matches remaining, the board appears determined to enforce every protocol strictly until the tournament concludes.
The latest move clearly signals that the BCCI is taking no chances when it comes to security, anti-corruption measures, and discipline within the IPL ecosystem.
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