A fresh controversy has erupted in Indian cricket circles involving Mohit Rathee, a spin bowler recently associated with the Royal Challengers Bangalore. Following closely on the heels of similar incidents involving other young cricketers, alleged private Instagram conversations featuring Rathee have surfaced online, sparking significant outrage.
The leaked screenshots, currently circulating on various social media platforms, purportedly show the cricketer engaging in inappropriate behaviour. According to the images shared by a social media user, Rathee allegedly persisted in messaging a woman despite her clear and repeated requests for him to cease communication. While the authenticity of these screenshots has not yet been independently verified, the accusations suggest a pattern of harassment that has drawn sharp criticism from fans and observers alike.
Mohit Rathee was part of the RCB squad during the IPL 2025 campaign, having been purchased for INR 30 lakhs. However, he did not feature in the playing eleven throughout the season and was subsequently released by the franchise. His career seemingly took a further hit when he went unsold at the recent mini-auction for the upcoming 2026 season.
This incident is not an isolated one; it mirrors recent leaks involving players like Swastik Chikara and Abishek Porel. While Porel’s leaked chats were largely viewed by the public as benign and polite, the allegations against Mohit Rathee appear more serious regarding consent and boundaries. As of now, no formal legal complaints have been filed, and the cricketer has not issued a statement regarding the leaks. The recurrent nature of these incidents has ignited a fierce debate regarding the necessity of better player conduct off the field versus the ethical concerns of leaking private conversations for online clout.
