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The disciplinary action arrives just as the player was set to feature in India’s Under-19 home series against Australia, with matches scheduled to take place in Rajkot and Ahmedabad. Yadav, who originally hails from Uttar Pradesh and has represented Bengal in age-group cricket, had recently participated in the India U-19 tour of Sri Lanka in July, where he claimed six wickets and contributed to a Test match victory.
Widespread Documentation Audit in Bengal
The suspension follows an investigation that revealed the 19-year-old possessed three separate birth certificates listing different years of birth: 2007, 2009, and 2010. According to the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB), these inconsistencies resulted in an age discrepancy of 27 months, rendering him ineligible for age-group cricket under BCCI regulations.
Yadav’s case is part of a broader initiative by the CAB to address systemic issues regarding player documentation. The state association has declared 62 players ineligible for registration or transfer for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 seasons due to similar age-related irregularities. All BCCI-affiliated state associations have been formally notified of the decision to ensure the bans are upheld across the domestic circuit.
World Cup Winner Among Those Sanctioned
The crackdown has extended to high-profile figures within the state’s cricketing ranks. Among the 62 players flagged by the CAB is left-arm pacer
