Arshdeep Singh sparks controversy with teeth Joke on Priyansh Arya — What did he say ahead of PBKS vs LSG IPL 2026?

Lucknow Super Giants are set to host Punjab Kings on May 23 in a crucial IPL 2026 clash. The match is a must-win contest for the Shreyas Iyer-led PBKS side, who are currently on the brink of elimination after a poor run of form. Punjab Kings need a victory in Lucknow to stay alive in the playoff race, and will also depend on other results going in their favour.

Ahead of the high-pressure encounter, PBKS pacer Arshdeep Singh has grabbed attention for a fresh controversy during the ongoing IPL 2026 season. The Indian fast bowler recently came under scrutiny on social media after a video from inside the Punjab Kings team bus went viral online.

The clip allegedly shows Arshdeep teasing young batter Priyansh Arya about his smile and teeth. Although the Indian pacer is not visible in the video, many fans claimed they recognised his voice. The incident quickly sparked debate online, with several users suggesting that Arya looked uncomfortable during the interaction. So far, Punjab Kings have not released any official statement on the matter. Watch the viral video here.

Arshdeep Singh's viral comment on Priyansh Arya's teeth — Funny banter or did he cross the line?

Arshdeep Singh is known for his fun-loving personality and dressing-room humour, but this time one of his comments has sparked debate on social media. Ahead of the IPL 2026 clash between the Punjab Kings and the Lucknow Super Giants, a viral clip surfaced online in which Arshdeep allegedly remarked on teammate Priyansh Arya and his teeth. While many fans saw it as harmless banter between teammates, others felt the comment crossed the line and unnecessarily embarrassed the young batter in public.

The video quickly spread across social media platforms, dividing fans into two groups. Some users defended Arshdeep and called the moment normal dressing-room humour, saying such jokes are common between close teammates. However, several others criticised the pacer, pointing out that Priyansh Arya appeared uncomfortable during the interaction. Since Arya is still a young player trying to establish himself in the IPL, many felt the joke could have been avoided in front of the cameras.

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Notably, this is not the first time Arshdeep Singh has found himself at the centre of online controversy. Earlier in the season, a vlog involving PBKS players went viral after Yuzvendra Chahal was allegedly seen smoking in the background. Arshdeep had also drawn attention previously over his on-field exchange with Tilak Varma, which some fans considered disrespectful. Because of these past incidents, the latest viral clip has once again placed the PBKS pacer under heavy social media scrutiny.

PBKS vs LSG IPL 2026: Arshdeep-Priyansh teeth joke controversy explained — Full context & What really happened

The incident reportedly began inside the Punjab Kings team bus ahead of the IPL 2026 clash against LSG. In the widely circulated viral clip, Arshdeep Singh is not visible on camera, but many fans claimed they identified him through his voice. In the video, he can allegedly be heard joking with young batter Priyansh Arya, saying, “What a cutie, man! Show me your smile. Show me your teeth,” followed by laughter.

While the tone of the interaction appeared humorous, the clip quickly sparked mixed reactions across social media platforms. Some fans viewed the moment as harmless dressing-room banter between teammates, while others criticised it as unnecessary teasing aimed at a young player who is still trying to establish himself in the IPL setup.

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The video also appeared to show the PBKS opener looking visibly awkward during the exchange. The youngster was seen trying to avoid the situation by looking out of the bus window while continuing a phone call, which further fueled speculation among viewers that he may have felt uncomfortable during the interaction.

As the clip continued to gain traction online, discussions intensified regarding personal boundaries within team environments and how senior players should interact with emerging talents in high-pressure franchises like Punjab Kings.

Fan reactions explode & how Arshdeep Singh has performed in IPL 2026 so far for PBKS

The clip spread like wildfire, and fans were quick to react. While some supporters defended Arshdeep, saying it was nothing more than harmless fun between close teammates, a large number of fans felt it was uncalled for and demanded an apology. The hashtag quickly trended on X (formerly Twitter), with thousands of comments pouring in within hours. Here is how netizens reacted:

Interestingly, despite the off-field controversy, Arshdeep Singh has enjoyed an excellent IPL 2026 season with the ball. The left-arm pacer has picked up 14 wickets so far at an economy rate of 9.78, continuing to play a key role for Punjab Kings. More importantly, Arshdeep achieved a historic milestone this season by becoming the first bowler ever to claim 100 IPL wickets for the Punjab Kings franchise, further cementing his legacy as one of the team’s greatest bowlers.