Avesh Khan Incident Tops SRH’s Growing Grievance List in IPL 2026 – BCCI Complaint Likely
Sunrisers Hyderabad are not happy, and they have every reason to feel that way. The Avesh Khan bat incident in Sunday’s LSG vs SRH match has pushed the franchise to the edge, and sources now say they are likely to write to the BCCI over multiple on-field decisions across their first three IPL 2026 games.
| Incident | Match | Player Involved | SRH Grievance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avesh Khan bat incident | SRH vs LSG, Apr 5 | Avesh Khan (LSG) | Struck ball with bat before crossing boundary |
| Klaasen caught at boundary | SRH vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Mar 29 | Heinrich Klaasen | Disputed catch by Phil Salt off Romario Shepherd |
| Abhishek Sharma dismissal | SRH vs KKR, Apr 2 | Abhishek Sharma | Questionable catch by Varun Chakravarthy off Muzarabani |
What Exactly Did Avesh Khan Do?
In Sunday’s match between Lucknow Super Giants and Sunrisers Hyderabad, LSG needed just one run off the final two balls with scores level. Rishabh Pant hit a boundary off the penultimate delivery bowled by Jaydev Unadkat.
Before the ball crossed the rope, Avesh Khan, standing near the LSG dugout, struck it back into the ground with a bat. A section of fans on social media immediately called for five penalty runs to be awarded to SRH, citing Law 20.1 (Dead Ball) and Law 41 (Unfair Play).
However, an umpire familiar with the situation clarified there was no basis to overturn the boundary. The key point is that there was no SRH fielder nearby attempting to stop the ball. Without that, the unfair play law simply cannot be applied. The action was inappropriate and amateurish, but not punishable under the laws as they stand in this scenario.
LSG needed just one run at that stage, and they got it through that boundary, finishing the game right there.
The Two Earlier Dismissals SRH Are Unhappy About
The Avesh incident is actually the third thing that has bothered Sunrisers this season. Their frustration goes back to Match 1.
Klaasen dismissal vs Royal Challengers Bengaluru (March 29)
Sunrisers feel Heinrich Klaasen’s dismissal at the Chinnaswamy Stadium was not clean. Phil Salt took the catch at the boundary line off Romario Shepherd’s bowling, but the franchise believes it was a disputed take and the decision should not have stood. SRH lost that match.
Abhishek Sharma dismissal vs Kolkata Knight Riders (April 2)
In their second game at Eden Gardens, Abhishek Sharma’s wicket has also been flagged internally. Concerns have been raised specifically over whether Varun Chakravarthy’s catch off Blessing Muzarabani at deep square leg was clean and legitimate.
SRH did win that second match, but the decisions have clearly stayed with the franchise and added up over time.
Follow the latest from both sides on the SRH squad and fixtures page and check the updated points table to see where Sunrisers stand after three games.
Will BCCI Act on SRH’s Complaint?
Sources indicate Sunrisers may have already knocked on the BCCI’s doors, or are on the verge of doing so. While neither the dismissals nor the match results will be overturned under any circumstances, franchises do have the right to formally raise concerns with the board.
This kind of complaint is more about putting things on record and hoping for sharper officiating going forward. It is unlikely to change anything retroactively.
The bigger picture for Sunrisers right now is their league position. They are in the middle of a tough 2026 IPL season and cannot afford to let off-field frustrations distract from what needs to happen on the field.
For context on the SRH vs LSG rivalry and how these two sides have matched up historically, the SRH vs LSG head to head timeline is worth a read.
Also worth checking: the full breakdown of IPL 26 updates and news as this story develops through the week.
FAQs
What did Avesh Khan do in the SRH vs LSG match?
Avesh Khan struck the ball back into the ground with a bat before it crossed the boundary rope, while standing near the LSG dugout. This happened off the second-to-last ball of the match.
Should SRH have been awarded five penalty runs for the Avesh incident?
No. While the action was inappropriate, there was no SRH fielder attempting to stop the ball at the time. Umpires confirmed the laws on unfair play could not be applied in this situation.
How many complaints does SRH have against on-field decisions in IPL 2026?
Three. The Avesh Khan bat incident, Heinrich Klaasen’s disputed boundary catch against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Abhishek Sharma’s dismissal against Kolkata Knight Riders.
Will BCCI overturn any match results because of SRH’s complaints?
No. Match results and dismissals will not be overturned. SRH’s complaint is about formally placing concerns on record with the board.
Which laws were cited in the Avesh Khan controversy?
Fans cited Law 20.1 (Dead Ball) and Law 41 (Unfair Play) of cricket’s laws. However, umpires ruled neither could be applied given the circumstances.
What is SRH’s current position in the IPL 2026 points table?
Sunrisers Hyderabad have won one and lost two of their first three matches. Check the live points table for their current NRR and ranking.
