Abishek Porel recalled to Bengal Ranji squad after bail in alleged sexual offence case

Delhi Capitals star Abhishek Porel has been named in the Bengal squad for practice matches before the upcoming Ranji Trophy season. Porel was earlier arrested on allegations of sexual assault and has been released on bail. The left-hander's inclusion has raised eyebrows, with netizens criticising the decision on social media. Out on bail for alleged rape and intimidation case, Abishek Porel has been picked in the Bengal squad for their upcoming practice games in Guwahati ahead of the Ranji Trophy season. Disgraceful selection.— Subhayan Chakraborty (@CricSubhayan) September 28, 2026 Porel arrested over rape chargePorel was arrested in Hooghly on August 11 over charges of criminal intimidation and a case was registered under Sections of BNS and Sections 66E/72 of the IT Act. The wicketkeeper-batter was arrested by Kolkata Police on August 11 in connection with a case involving allegations of rape and other sexual offences. The case was filed on June 30.According to police, the woman, a medical student from Karnataka, alleged that she and Porel had been in a relationship since 2023 and had planned to get married. She claimed that differences arose between them around a year and a half ago.As per reports, the Bengal cricketer blackmailed her and threatened her with the publication of intimate photos and videos. Police had booked him under non-bailable sections and said he would be required to surrender electronic devices, including storage devices, as part of the investigation.His inclusion sparked outrage on social media. Many criticised the decision, believing that the wicketkeeper should have been sidelines until the case had reached its conclusion. Rajat Patidar Removes Footwear Before Accepting Lord Jagannath Painting From Odisha Fan Who Cycled To Meet Him | VideoPorel's initial appeal for a bail was rejected and he was kept in judicial custody. He spent 38 days in jail and was later released on bail earlier this month. It would mark his return to the Bengal squad for the first time since the allegations surfaced.

Abishek Porel's recent selection for Bengal's senior men's squad comes in the wake of his recent bail, stemming from serious allegations that include rape and threats. Arrested on August 11 following a complaint from a medical student regarding their relationship, Porel plays for Delhi Capitals. However, he has not made an appearance since IPL 2026, and Bengal is gearing up for the upcoming 2026 Ranji Trophy season.