Yash Dayal Rape Case: RCB Pacer Booked Again Under POCSO Act in Jaipur

Yash Dayal Rape Case: RCB Pacer Booked Again Under POCSO Act in Jaipur

Yash Dayal, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fast bowler, is facing another major legal setback. A teenage girl from Jaipur has filed a rape complaint against him, alleging repeated sexual exploitation over the last two years, including during the IPL 2025 season. This comes while he is already under investigation for a similar case lodged in Ghaziabad. Yash Dayal Rape Case

The new case has been registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, as the survivor was a minor when the alleged crimes began. If convicted, Yash could face a minimum of 10 years to life imprisonment, along with a fine. Yash Dayal Rape Case

What Are the New Allegations?

The new case has been filed at the Sanganer police station in Jaipur. The girl, who is now 18, alleged that she first met Yash Dayal two years ago through cricket. She claims that the RCB pacer promised to help her pursue a professional cricket career. Using this promise and emotional manipulation, she alleges, he raped her multiple times. Yash Dayal Rape Case

According to SHO Anil Jaiman, the girl has stated in her complaint that:

• Yash first raped her two years ago when she was still a minor.

• He continued to emotionally blackmail her, using his position and fake promises.

• During IPL 2025, Yash called her to a hotel in Sitapura (Jaipur) and allegedly raped her again.

Fed up with continuous emotional and physical exploitation, she finally decided to register a complaint this week.

Why This Falls Under the POCSO Act

The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO) is applicable in this case because the girl was 17 years old when the first incident allegedly occurred. POCSO is a strict law meant to protect minors from sexual crimes. Yash Dayal Rape Case

Under POCSO:

• Any sexual activity with a minor is considered statutory rape, even if consensual.

• If found guilty, the accused faces at least 10 years of jail, extendable to life imprisonment.

• The law also includes provisions for emotional and psychological manipulation of minors.

Background: The Ghaziabad Case

This is not the first time Yash Dayal has been in legal trouble.

Earlier in July 2025, a woman from Ghaziabad accused him of sexually exploiting her for five years. She filed an FIR at Indirapuram Police Station, alleging that Yash had used deceitful promises to enter into a physical relationship with her. Yash Dayal Rape Case

The Ghaziabad FIR invoked Section 69 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which deals with sexual intercourse through fraudulent means. Yash Dayal Rape Case

The Allahabad High Court granted Yash interim protection from arrest, but investigations in that case are still ongoing.

Legal Implications of the Two Cases

With the new POCSO case, Yash’s legal troubles have become far more serious. Here’s how:

1. The Ghaziabad case involved a consenting adult but with alleged deceit. If proven, it may still not attract the strictest punishment.

2. However, the Jaipur case involves a minor, which escalates the gravity of the charges significantly.

3. Under POCSO, even if the accused claims the act was consensual, the law assumes coercion due to the victim’s age.

4. If both cases are proven, Yash could face multiple years in prison under different laws, including BNS and POCSO.

What It Means for Yash Dayal’s Cricket Career

Yash Dayal, once known for his match-winning spells, was a key pacer for RCB during IPL 2025. However, his image and career now hang in the balance.

• The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) and RCB management have not yet commented on the latest developments. Yash Dayal Rape Case

• Under the BCCI’s Anti-Corruption and Code of Conduct rules, a player can be suspended pending investigation. Yash Dayal Rape Case

• If the charges lead to an arrest or trial, Yash could be banned indefinitely from all forms of cricket.

Public Reactions and Silence from RCB

The news has sent shockwaves through the Indian cricket community. Fans, players, and former cricketers have started reacting on social media, with many calling for swift action and suspension.

However, as of now:

• RCB has not released a statement.

• The BCCI Disciplinary Committee is also silent on the matter.

• The Rajasthan Police have confirmed that investigations are ongoing and Yash Dayal may be summoned soon. Yash Dayal Rape Case

What Happens Next?

The Jaipur police will now:

• Investigate the claims of the teenager.

• Examine hotel CCTV footage, WhatsApp chats, and call records.

• Possibly take Yash’s statement or arrest him if necessary.

The girl is also likely to undergo a medical and psychological assessment, which is standard under the POCSO Act. Yash Dayal Rape Case

Given the severity of the charges, the next few weeks will be crucial for both the victim and the accused.

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