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IPL 2026: Tim David lands in trouble after obscene gesture during RCB’s dramatic win over MI
TL;DR
Tim David has been fined 30% of his match fee and received two demerit points for an obscene gesture during RCB's win over MI. The incident occurred during the celebrations after RCB's dramatic last-ball victory.
Key points
- Tim David fined 30% of his match fee
- Received two demerit points for obscene gesture
- Incident occurred after RCB's last-ball victory over MI
Royal Challengers BengaluruMumbai IndiansIPL 2026
Tim David has been fined 30 per cent of his match fee and handed two demerit points for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s thrilling last-ball victory over Mumbai Indians in Raipur.
The incident occurred during the emotional celebrations that followed RCB’s dramatic two-wicket win at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium on Sunday. Chasing 167 on a difficult surface, Bengaluru sealed victory off the final ball after Rasikh Salam Dar scrambled back for the winning second run.
As the RCB dugout erupted in celebration, cameras captured Tim David making an offensive hand gesture while celebrating Mumbai Indians’ elimination from the tournament. The moment quickly went viral on social media amid the chaotic scenes following the finish.
The IPL confirmed the punishment in an official media advisory on Monday.
“Tim was found to have breached article 2.6 of the IPL’s Code of Conduct, which relates to ‘using a gesture that is obscene, offensive or insulting’,” the statement read.
The Australian all-rounder accepted the sanction imposed by match referee Amit Sharma.
“Tim admitted to the offence and accepted the sanction imposed by Match Referee, Amit Sharma,” the advisory added.
The controversy came after one of the matches of the IPL 2026 season. RCB survived a dramatic collapse during the chase after losing Virat Kohli for a golden duck and slipping to 47/3 in the powerplay.
Krunal Pandya then produced a fighting 73 despite severe cramps, while Bhuvneshwar Kumar starred with both bat and ball. After earlier taking 4/23 to dismantle Mumbai’s top order, Bhuvneshwar smashed a crucial six in the final over to swing the game back in RCB’s favour.
The win pushed RCB to the top of the IPL 2026 points table while officially ending Mumbai Indians’ playoff hopes.
Q&A
What was Tim David fined for during the IPL 2026 match?
Tim David was fined 30% of his match fee for making an obscene gesture during the celebrations after RCB's victory over MI.
How many demerit points did Tim David receive for his actions?
Tim David received two demerit points for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct.
What happened during the RCB vs MI match that led to Tim David's fine?
RCB secured a thrilling two-wicket victory over MI, and during the celebrations, Tim David made an offensive hand gesture that was captured on camera.
