In recent seasons, it has become very common to see players with their girlfriends not just in the stands but also during travel, at hotels, and even in the team areas. The BCCI feels this trend is slowly affecting discipline, and this could leak sensitive information, so they now want tighter control on players’ personal movements during the tournament.
BCCI planning stricter rules on ‘girlfriend culture’ from IPL 2027 Concerns over discipline and information leaks Players like Hardik Pandya and Ishan Kishan are among those impacted
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Several top cricketers could feel the impact of these new rules. Hardik Pandya is one of the biggest names in the spotlight. Apart from Pandya, Indian stars like Ishan Kishan, Arshdeep Singh, and Yashasvi Jaiswal would also feel the impact.
Hardik Pandya and Mahieka Sharma
Hardik Pandya and Mahieka Sharma. Image Credit: X
Mahieka has also been spotted traveling with Pandya many times during this season. She has also reportedly been staying with the all-rounder in the MI team hotel.
Before the tournament, she even joined the Indian wicketkeeper during India’s 2026 T20 World Cup win celebration at Narendra Modi Stadium. She has been a regular face during IPL matches as well.
Arshdeep Singh and Samreen Kaur
PC: XArshdeep Singh is also dating the Punjabi actress and model Samreen Kaur. They have been spotted together during the ongoing IPL 2026 season at airports. Samreen was seen cheering for Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Arshdeep from the stands.
Yashasvi Jaiswal and Maddie Hamilton
Yashasvi Jaiswal is believed to be in a relationship with Maddie Hamilton. Though the India and Rajasthan Royals opener keeps things private, Maddie has been seen supporting him during matches and traveling with the Rajasthan Royals squad.
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What is BCCI’s ‘girlfriend culture’ rule?It refers to proposed restrictions on players’ partners during IPL travel and hotel stays. Why is BCCI planning these rules?Due to concerns over discipline, delays, and potential information leaks. Which players could be affected?Players like Hardik Pandya, Ishan Kishan, Arshdeep Singh, and Yashasvi Jaiswal.Hence then, the article about hardik pandya leads list of 4 players set to be impacted by bcci s girlfriend culture crackdown was published today ( ) and is available on cricketaddictor ( Middle East ) The editorial team at PressBee has edited and verified it, and it may have been modified, fully republished, or quoted. You can read and follow the updates of this news or article from its original source.
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