Will BCCI take any step against Pant over Dhoni's hookah incident?

The viral video of Rishabh Pant partying with MS Dhoni has created a buzz on social media. Dhoni can be heard saying, “zara hookah peeke aata hu,” which has led to the ongoing hookah controversy. Pant was also seen sitting with Dhoni and their friends during the private gathering.

However, there is no confirmation that Rishabh Pant was smoking hookah or consuming alcohol in the video. Being present at the gathering does not automatically mean that Pant was involved in any such activity. The viral clip has led to several questions from fans, but many claims surrounding the video remain unconfirmed.

The biggest question now is whether the BCCI will take any action against Rishabh Pant. So far, there is no official information about any disciplinary action against the Indian wicketkeeper-batter.

In this article, we will share complete details about the MS Dhoni hookah controversy, Rishabh Pant’s presence in the viral video, and whether the BCCI could take any action against the Indian wicketkeeper-batter.

MS Dhoni-Rishabh Pant 'hookah' video sparks controversy — What happened

The viral MS Dhoni-Rishabh Pant video has sparked a controversy on social media. In the clip, Pant and Dhoni can be seen partying and dancing with a group of friends. The gathering included music, food and drinks, as Pant appeared to be enjoying some time off after India’s Test series victory over Sri Lanka.

During the video, Dhoni walks towards Pant and appears to whisper something in his ear. Soon after, a person can be heard saying, “Jara hookah peeke aata hu,” which means, “I’ll go and smoke hookah.” The comment quickly caught the attention of fans and became the main talking point of the video. Watch the video here:

However, the identity of the person who made the remark has not been independently confirmed. Some fans linked the comment to Dhoni because of earlier reports and discussions about his alleged liking for hookah. The video itself does not clearly establish who commented, leaving several questions unanswered.

What Dhoni actually said to Pant — And why the wording is disputed

The exact words heard in the viral video have become a major point of discussion. Dhoni is seen walking towards Pant and appearing to whisper something in his ear before the hookah remark is heard. However, it has not been independently confirmed that Dhoni was the person who commented. This has led to different interpretations of the video.

The discussion has also brought back an old anecdote involving Dhoni and former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan. Pathan once spoke about not trying to gain favour with teammates off the field and mentioned that he did not have a habit of setting up a hookah in someone’s room. He did not name anyone, but some fans later linked the comment to Dhoni because of earlier discussions about the former captain and hookah.

The old comments and the new viral video have now led to fresh speculation on social media. Fans have shared jokes, memes and different theories about the person behind the remark. However, neither the viral clip nor Pathan’s old comments clearly prove that Dhoni made the statement or was involved in any wrongdoing.

Fan reactions, BCCI's silence, and what could happen next

The viral video has sparked a strong reaction among fans, with many taking to social media to discuss Rishabh Pant’s presence at the party. Some fans questioned whether the BCCI could take action against the wicketkeeper-batter, while others said there was no clear evidence that Pant was smoking hookah. Several fans also shared memes and jokes about the viral clip.

The BCCI has strict rules regarding the use of hookah, e-cigarettes and alcohol in certain team areas, especially inside the dressing room. If a player or support staff member is found violating these rules, the board can take disciplinary action. However, the viral video appears to have been recorded in a private setting, and there is no confirmation that Pant broke any BCCI rule.

For now, Pant does not appear to face any immediate threat of BCCI action over the video. Fans may continue to debate the controversy, but any disciplinary decision would depend on clear evidence of a rule violation. Unless the BCCI issues an official statement or launches an inquiry, reports of possible punishment remain speculation.