Chennai Super Kings have lodged a complaint with the Board of Control for Cricket in India regarding the DJ’s song selection and remarks during their away fixture against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on April 5 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium. The franchise specifically objected to the track “Dosa, idli, sambar, chutney, chutney” being played just before the start of their innings.
According to the five-time champions, the song, often used as background audio in memes related to South Indian stereotypes, was inappropriate in that context. A senior IPL official has confirmed the complaint, adding that the governing council will review the matter.
“We have received a complaint from CSK and are looking into it,” the official said.
CSK Managing Director Kasi Viswanathan issues statement
Kasi Viswanathan, Managing Director of Chennai Super Kings, confirmed that the franchise has brought the issue to the notice of the Board of Control for Cricket in India. He also stated that certain remarks were directed at CSK players during the match.
“The DJs are usually around to support the home team. But at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, it was different. Certain comments were made against our players. Considering it, we have written to the BCCI to have a look into it,” he said while speaking to the Indian Express.
The controversy surrounding the “Dosa, Idli” song began last year when Royal Challengers Bengaluru shared a video of their wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma singing the track ahead of their match against Chennai Super Kings.
He was subsequently trolled by CSK supporters, prompting the franchise management to intervene and clarify that no remarks would be made against opposition players or fans.
“After that incident, there hasn’t been any repeat of it. The DJ isn’t supposed to make any comment on the opposition players. Moreover, we are fortunate to have a lovely fanbase that cheers us in numbers,” Viswanathan said.
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