Abishek Porel Arrested in Alleged Sexual Assault Case
Delhi Capitals and Bengal wicketkeeper-batter Abishek Porel has been arrested by Kolkata Police in connection with a case involving allegations of rape, sexual assault and other offences.
Porel was taken into custody on August 11, 2026, following directions from the Calcutta High Court. The case was registered at Mogra Police Station on June 30 after a woman filed a complaint against the cricketer and another accused.
The allegations have not been proven in court, and Porel has previously denied the accusations.
Abishek Porel Arrest Follows Calcutta High Court Order
The arrest comes after the Calcutta High Court directed police to apprehend Porel and another accused in connection with the case.
During an earlier hearing on July 14, the court directed the investigating authorities to continue efforts to locate the accused and seize electronic devices that could contain private material relating to the complainant.
The court said the seizure was necessary to protect the complainant's privacy and prevent the alleged material from being circulated.
At the August 11 hearing, the court was informed by the inspector in charge of Mogra Police Station that one of the accused had been apprehended during the night.
The matter was subsequently adjourned to allow the police to take further steps following the arrest.
What Is the Case Against Abishek Porel?
The case was filed on June 30 and involves serious allegations made by a woman against Porel.
According to earlier court proceedings reported by multiple outlets, the complainant alleged that Porel established a physical relationship with her on the promise of marriage. The complaint also includes allegations relating to sexual assault, criminal intimidation and the recording and potential dissemination of private images.
The Calcutta High Court had earlier ordered police to seize electronic devices connected with the accused, citing concerns over the possible circulation of sensitive material involving the complainant.
The allegations remain subject to the ongoing legal process.
Porel Has Denied the Allegations
Porel has previously rejected the allegations made against him.
The cricketer's position is significant in the context of the ongoing investigation, with no finding of guilt having been established against him at this stage.
His arrest therefore represents a development in the investigation rather than a conviction.
The legal proceedings will determine the facts of the case as the investigation continues.
Abishek Porel's Cricket Career
The legal development comes at a difficult time for Porel, who has established himself as a promising wicketkeeper-batter in Indian domestic cricket.
The left-handed batter represents Bengal at domestic level and has been part of the Delhi Capitals squad in the Indian Premier League.
Porel was part of India's wider pathway system and has previously been involved with India A.
However, he has not played competitive cricket since the conclusion of IPL 2026, where he featured in only four matches for Delhi Capitals.
His immediate cricketing future is now likely to face further uncertainty as the legal proceedings continue.
Delhi Capitals Batter's Career Now Under Scrutiny
Porel's arrest adds a serious off-field development to the career of a player who had been viewed as one of Bengal's promising young wicketkeeper-batters.
The 23-year-old had continued to feature in Delhi Capitals' plans in recent IPL seasons and was regarded as a player with significant potential.
For now, however, cricket has taken a back seat as the legal process moves forward.
The investigation into the allegations against Porel remains ongoing, and the courts will determine the next steps in the case.
