- By Priyanka Koul
- Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:50 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
A video purportedly showing Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal has surfaced on social media and is rapidly gaining attention. In the clip, a man reportedly resembling the spinner appears to be smoking while driving, and is also seen flicking the cigarette onto the road after taking a puff.
The clip has triggered widespread reactions online. So far, neither Chahal nor his representatives have responded to the circulating video.
🚨 YUZI CHAHAL SMOKING VIDEO GOES VIRAL 🚨
— Jeet (@JeetN25) April 10, 2026
Yuzvendra Chahal is facing heavy
backlash online after a late-night video of him went viral. Netizens are calling him out for allegedly smoking and throwing a cigarette onto the road while driving. pic.twitter.com/tjUlZH0Gf7
Earlier, Chahal had shared that he has given up alcohol ahead of IPL 2026 preparations. The Punjab Kings spinner spoke about his lifestyle changes during a podcast with former South Africa captain AB de Villiers.
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Chahal delivered a steady performance in IPL 2025, where Punjab Kings ended as runners-up after losing the final to Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The experienced leg-spinner said he is determined to return stronger, with better fitness and a sharper mindset for the upcoming season.
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“I've stopped drinking alcohol, and it's been more than six months. I am now 35, so I want to be more active and give my 150% for my team. As a senior player, I want people in the IPL to learn something from me," Chahal told De Villiers.
