In a blend of personal celebration and high-stakes corporate manoeuvring, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) camp is buzzing with headlines. While the franchise prepares for a massive ownership shift valued at over $2 billion, its star pacer Yash Dayal has quietly embarked on a new journey of his own.
Yash Dayal ties the knot with content creator Shweta Pundir in an intimate ceremony
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s dependable left-arm seamer, Dayal, has officially entered a new innings off the field. Reports have confirmed that Dayal married popular digital content creator and social media influencer Shweta Pundir in an intimate ceremony on February 4, 2026. The wedding, held in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, was a strictly private affair, attended only by immediate family members and a select few relatives.
While Dayal known for his calm demeanor on the pitch opted to keep the news away from the media spotlight, the secret was unveiled through Pundir’s social media. She recently shared a heartwarming reel on Instagram, capturing glimpses of their special day. Shweta is a well-known figure in the digital space, boasting over 587K followers on Instagram. Beyond her lifestyle vlogging, she has professional ties to the sport, having worked as a broadcaster for the Intercontinental Legends League.
Dayal, who was a vital component of the RCB squad that clinched its maiden IPL title in 2025 with 13 wickets in 15 matches, is currently gearing up for the 2026 season. After being retained by the franchise, the pacer will look to carry the momentum of his personal happiness onto the field as RCB begins its title defense against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 28.
🚨: Yash Dayal secretly married content creator Shweta Pundir on 4 February in the presence of only their family members. pic.twitter.com/cLG20s0kxn
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A difficult period of days for Dayal in past few months
Despite the joy of his recent marriage and the triumph of the 2025 IPL season, the past several months have been arguably the most challenging of Dayal’s life. Since July 2025, the cricketer has been embroiled in serious legal controversies that threatened to overshadow his sporting achievements.
Dayal faced allegations of sexual assault and “sexual intercourse by deceitful means,” leading to FIRs filed in both Ghaziabad and Jaipur. The accusations, which included claims of exploitation under the pretext of marriage, led to a period of intense public scrutiny and legal battles. The severity of the charges including one initially linked to the POCSO Act sparked significant backlash on social media, with critics questioning his retention by RCB.
However, the tide began to turn in early 2026. In January, the Rajasthan High Court granted Dayal anticipatory bail, providing him with a much-needed legal reprieve. Throughout this turbulent phase, Pundir remained a steadfast pillar of support, even posting a congratulatory message when the bail was granted, stating, “The comeback is always stronger than the setback.” While the legal proceedings are still ongoing, Dayal’s recent marriage and his continued focus on cricket suggest a man determined to move past the shadows of the previous year.
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