"No Civic Sense": Fans Slam Yuzvendra Chahal Over Viral Smoking Video

Yuzvendra Chahal (Source: AFP)Just a few hours before crucial IPL 2026 fixture between the Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad, an unexpected controversy has gripped social media. An alleged viral video of PBKS spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has sparked widespread debate online.The clip, which surfaced on platforms like X and Instagram, quickly gained attention and sparked intense reactions from fans online.Yuzvendra Chahal caught smoking?The viral clip allegedly shows Yuzvendra Chahal seated behind the wheel of a luxury car, with another individual beside him. In the clip, the person, believed to be Yuzvendra Chahal, appears to be smoking while driving.The visuals have led many viewers to assume that the individual is indeed the Punjab Kings spinner, though no official confirmation has been issued.Also Read: "Dhua Nikaal Diya": Vaibhav Sooryavanshi IPL Blitz Against RCB Bowlers Bags Fan PraiseThe lack of clarity regarding when and where the video was recorded has not stopped it from spreading rapidly. Social media users have been quick to react, with opinions ranging from disappointment to outright criticism.While the timing of the footage remains unclear, notably neither Yuzvendra Chahal nor his team has responded to the video so far, and its authenticity has not been verified either.What is seen in Yuzvendra Chahal's viral video?In the circulated video, the individual, as stated by the fans, is Chahal and is seen taking a puff from a cigarette and then tossing it onto the road while driving away. This specific act, discarding the cigarette butt in public, has become the talk of the town.Many users on social media highlighted concerns about civic responsibility, arguing that celebrities should lead by example."Meet Yuzvendra Chahal, caught smoking a cigarette and carelessly throwing it onto the road. All that money and still no class, no civic sense. Disgusting,” said one of the user."These are the so called celebs, and we expect the public to have civic sense? this country’s not fixing itself anytime soon,” added another user.“NO WONDER HE WAS THROWN OUT OF TEAM,.....NO DISCIPLINE AND CIVIC SENSE,” wrote a user. “Smoking is one thing, but throwing a cigarette butt on the road is absolutely unacceptable,” added another.In this article, let's take a look at how fans reacted to the alleged video going viral of Yuzvendra Chahal.Watch the video here:𝐑𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐢𝐢⁴⁵ @rushiii_12 Yuzvendra chahal 👀 Apr 10, 2026, 8:49 PM Jeet @JeetN25 🚨 YUZI CHAHAL SMOKING VIDEO GOES VIRAL 🚨 Yuzvendra Chahal is facing heavy backlash online after a late-night video of him went viral. Netizens are calling him out for allegedly smoking and throwing a cigarette onto the road while driving. Apr 10, 2026, 10:23 PM Deepu @deepu_drops Yuzvendra Chahal spotted smoking and throwing a lit cigarette on the road while driving on highways in Chandigarh 🤯 Apr 11, 2026, 8:41 AM Cricket Central @CricketCentrl 🚨 YUZVENDRA CHAHAL EXPOSED 🚨 Yuzvendra Chahal recently went on a podcast claiming he’s “quit everything” for his body and career longevity at 35. Fast forward to today: a viral video shows him smoking while driving. 🚭🏎️ Apr 10, 2026, 10:28 PM Shivam Yadav @YadavShivam21 Yuzvendra Chahal भाई के मुह से धुआँ भी उड़ रहा है और हाथ से सीगरेट भी बाहर फेका जा रहा है। Apr 11, 2026, 8:10 AM Stubbsy  @spideypant_ 🚨 NO CIVIC SENSE FROM YUZVENDRA CHAHAL 🚨 Yuzi Chahal was seen throwing cigarette on highway by running his car over 170+ kmph , it's a threatening act done by him 😡 Apr 11, 2026, 12:00 AM Sonu @Cricket_live247 🚨 Yuzvendra Chahal was seen throwing a lit cigarette while driving in Chandigarh. He also looked a little drunk. 👀 But the serious question is — is it allowed to throw a burning cigarette on the road when traffic is moving? Apr 10, 2026, 7:18 PM Desh Ke Clown ™ 🤡 @DeshKeClown Yuzvendra Chahal — whether smoke comes out of his car or not… it’s definitely coming out of his mouth 😅💨 Apr 11, 2026, 9:16 AM Chahal recently quit alcoholWhat makes the situation even more striking is Chahal's recent public commitment to a healthier, more disciplined lifestyle. In a conversation with former South African cricketer AB de Villiers, Chahal had revealed that he had given up alcohol more than six months ago.He spoke about focusing on fitness and longevity, especially after dealing with injuries in recent seasons.Yuzvendra Chahal in IPL 2026On the field, Chahal in IPL 2026 is playing for the Punjab Kings. So far, he has featured in three matches this season, with one game against the Kolkata Knight Riders being washed out due to rain. The experienced leg-spinner has picked up three wickets and continues to play a key role in the team's bowling attack.Also Read: IPL 2026: PBKS vs SRH Prediction, Match 17- Who Will Win Today?