In a mix of personal hilarity and high-stakes corporate maneuvering Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) rang out with campy headlines. As the franchise prepares for a major ownership change worth more than $2 billion, his star speed Yash Dayal quietly embarked on a new journey.
Yash Dayal ties the knot with content creator Shweta Pundir in an intimate ceremony
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s reliable left-arm seamer Dayal has officially entered a new innings off the pitch. Reports have confirmed that Dayal is married to a popular digital content creator and social media influencer It is Shweta Pun In an intimate ceremony on February 4, 2026. The wedding, which took place in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, was a strictly private affair attended only by immediate family members and a select few relatives.
Known for his calm demeanor on the field, Dayal preferred to keep the news away from the media spotlight, but the secret was revealed through Pundir’s social media. She recently took to Instagram to share a heartwarming video of her special day. Shweta is a well-known face in the digital space and boasts of over 587K followers on Instagram. In addition to lifestyle vlogging, he has professional ties to sports, working as a broadcaster for the Intercontinental League of Legends.
A vital part of the RCB squad that won their first IPL title in 2025 with 13 wickets in 15 matches, Dayal is currently gearing up for the 2026 season. After being retained by the franchise, the temper will look to carry the momentum of his personal happiness onto the field as RCB begin their title defence. Sunrisers Hyderabad On March 28.
🚨: Yash Dayal secretly married content creator Shweta Pundir on February 4 in the presence of only family members. pic.twitter.com/cLG20s0kxn
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The last few months have been a period of tough times for Dayal
Despite the joy of his recent marriage and the triumph of the 2025 IPL season, the past few months have been the toughest of Dayal’s life. Since July 2025, the cricketer has been embroiled in serious legal disputes that threaten to overshadow his sporting achievements.
Dayal faced allegations of sexual harassment and “sex by deceptive means” that led to FIRs filed in both Ghaziabad and Jaipur. The accusations, which included allegations of exploitation under the guise of marriage, led to a period of intense public scrutiny and legal battles. Initially, the severity of the charges related to the POCSO Act caused significant backlash on social media, with critics questioning its retention by the RCB.
However, the tide began to turn in early 2026. In January, the Rajasthan High Court granted Dayal a much-needed legal reprieve with his pending bail. Throughout this tumultuous phase, Pundir remained a steadfast pillar of support, even sending a congratulatory message when he was granted bail, saying, “A comeback is always stronger than a failure.” While legal proceedings are still ongoing, Dayal’s recent marriage and continued focus on cricket suggest a man determined to move beyond the shadows of yesteryear.
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