Now comes word that the Board of Control for Cricket in India is drawing a hard line after multiple franchise owners broke IPL rules again this 2026 season. Even though BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia had spelt things out before, certain team owners still pushed past boundaries - showing up where they shouldn’t have been near the field and dugout. Trouble seems to follow when reminders aren’t enough.

Franchise owners were told not to step onto the field during games, also warned against speaking to or touching players and team personnel. Still, several breaches occurred, sources say. These repeated lapses have upset the BCCI, which is now signalling harsher penalties ahead. Any slip next time could bring firm consequences.

BCCI tightens monitoring amid security concerns

“One of the most worrying aspects has been the behaviour of the team owners,” a source involved in IPL operations told The Indian Express. “They have been flouting rules and haven’t been cooperating. There are photographs of them near the dugout, and some even carry phones to the ground. They have been warned, but it hasn’t helped.”

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Just days ago, the BCCI sent out an official notice to every one of the ten IPL teams. Following that move came fresh worries about what might happen next. During the upcoming 2026 tournament, clubs were told to watch for staged romantic setups meant to deceive. Instead of waiting for trouble, each franchise must now pay close attention. Hidden dangers could spark major accusations, ones that may land people in court.

Players and staff alike face exposure if they’re not careful. Alerts about sneaky tactics like honeypots popped up in Saikia’s seven-pager meant for franchise teams. Risk of being played through personal traps, highlighted loudly.

Big events often bring such shadows along, it warned. Franchises must watch sideways, not just ahead. These threats thrive where spotlights shine brightest. Guidance came with quiet urgency, not noise. Pages didn’t shout - just laid out what hides between cheers.

“The possibility of incidents giving rise to serious legal allegations, including those under applicable laws on sexual misconduct, cannot be discounted,” the advisory stated. “IPL franchise management must remain vigilant and proactive in mitigating such risks at all times.”

Watching things more closely, the BCCI set up a special team with members from its own staff and the IPL Operations group.

This unit moves through hotel rooms, checking who is where. It keeps an eye on anyone trying to enter areas they should not be in while matches are ongoing. Breaking these rules might lead to serious consequences based on how the league handles misconduct.

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