BCCI: IPL 2026 is now at its last stage. Even before the end of the tournament, the Board of Control for Cricket in India has taken major action and issued a new rule. According to this new rule of the board, the use of smart sunglasses for players and match officials in IPL has been completely banned.

Ban imposed on use of smart sunglasses

In fact, the Anti-Corruption Unit of BCCI has clearly said that there will be a complete ban on the use of smart sunglasses in the players and match officials area. Also, the board has warned of strict action against those who do not follow this rule.

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Why were smart sunglasses banned?

Before the final of IPL 2026, BCCI has issued an advisory to all the franchises regarding the use of smart sunglasses, in which it said that the use of smart sunglasses can affect the safety and fairness of the match. The Board believes that these goggles are equipped with various communication facilities like live streaming, video calling, sending or receiving messages through mobile data or Wi-Fi.

Smart sunglasses will have to be deposited

According to BCCI, instructions have been issued to all the players and support staff regarding this rule. Now players and support staff of IPL teams will have to submit their mobile phones and smart watches along with smart sunglasses to the Security Liaison Officer while entering the field.