RCB Pacer Yash Dayal Set to Secure NOC for UPT20 League Amid Sexual Assault Allegations: Report
Indian cricketer Yash Dayal is poised to make his return to competitive cricket in the UPT20 League after the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association confirmed the resolution of legal proceedings and the issuance of a No Objection Certificate.
Left-arm fast bowler Yash Dayal is set to make his highly anticipated return to competitive cricket, with the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) confirming that all legal proceedings against him have been settled, paving the way for his participation in the upcoming UPT20 League. Dayal, who has been out of action for over a year, will receive a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the UPCA, enabling him to resume his career in domestic and league cricket. Yash Dayal Withdrawn from RCB Squad for IPL 2026 Amid Sexual Assault Allegations.
The 28-year-old pacer has been retained by the Gorakhpur Lions for the UPT20 League, which is expected to hold its mini-auction in mid-July. Agra and Noida are reportedly being considered as potential venues for the auction, as the league aims to expand its reach across the state. This development marks a significant turning point for Dayal, whose career had been on hold due to serious legal challenges.
Legal Hurdles Resolved
Dayal's prolonged absence from the sport stemmed from legal proceedings linked to two separate criminal cases. These included allegations under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in Jaipur and accusations of sexual exploitation under the pretext of marriage in Ghaziabad. In December 2025, a Jaipur special POCSO court had rejected his anticipatory bail plea, citing the gravity of the allegations involving a minor. However, the Rajasthan High Court later granted him interim protection from arrest in January 2026. Speaking to Times of India, Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association secretary Prem Manohar Gupta confirmed that the association would issue the necessary clearance, stating, 'UPCA will give an NOC to Yash Dayal for playing domestic and league cricket because all legal proceedings have been settled.' Yash Dayal Marries Shweta Pundir: RCB Pacer Ties the Knot With Content Creator in Private Ceremony Amid Sexual Assault Allegations.
Return to the Pitch
Despite being retained by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) for INR 5 crore ahead of the IPL 2026 season, Dayal remained unavailable and did not feature in a single match for the franchise. Dayal himself had previously stated that his absence from the IPL was not a personal decision but rather a directive from 'authorities'. His recent appearance for the Ghaziabad Royals in the Ghaziabad Premier League offered a glimpse of his readiness to return to competitive play. With the legal matters now reportedly behind him, Dayal is poised to re-establish himself in the cricketing arena, beginning with the UPT20 League. His return is expected to draw considerable attention as he seeks to rebuild his career.
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