Allahabad HC Grants Relief to Cricketer Yash Dayal in Sexual Harassment Case

Royal Challengers Bengaluru cricketer Yash Dayal faced a serious accusation when a woman filed an FIR at Ghaziabad’s Indirapuram police station, alleging sexual harassment and exploitation over several years. The charges sent shockwaves through the cricketing community, threatening the 27-year-old pacer’s reputation and career. The FIR claimed Dayal misled the complainant, prompting intense public and media scrutiny.

Cricketer Yash Dayal Gets Bail

In response, Yash Dayal swiftly approached the Allahabad High Court, filing a petition asserting he was falsely implicated. He argued the accusations arose from a consensual relationship that ended in 2024, after which the complainant allegedly demanded financial compensation, resorting to the FIR when he refused. Supported by evidence like communication records, Dayal’s legal team contended the allegations were a deliberate attempt to defame him, exploiting legal provisions for personal gain.

Allahabad HC Grants Bail to Cricketer Yash Dayal

The court questioned the credibility of the complainant’s claims, noting the delayed reporting and inconsistencies in the timeline of the alleged five-year deception. Directing the Ghaziabad police to pause coercive actions, the court ordered a thorough investigation, with the next hearing scheduled for August 15, 2025. The ruling emphasized protecting individuals from potentially malicious accusations while ensuring justice.

Relief for RCB's Yash Dayal

The allegations had raised concerns among fans and cricket authorities, given Dayal’s rising stature in the IPL and domestic cricket. The court’s decision allows him to focus on his upcoming matches, including RCB’s preparations for the 2026 season, without the immediate threat of legal repercussions. Supporters have rallied behind him, citing his professionalism and clean track record.