Agni Chopra Firmly Denies Any Involvement in PSL 2026 Auction
Agni Chopra denies PSL 2026 auction registration despite the USA player listing online.
Social media speculation erupted on Saturday after Agni Dev Chopra, son of acclaimed filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra and film critic Anupama Chopra, was reportedly listed on the official registration database for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2026 auction. Screenshots circulating online showed his name categorised as a USA-based overseas associate player, triggering widespread discussion due to the sensitive sporting and political relationship between India and Pakistan.
The listing quickly went viral, prompting confusion and criticism across social platforms, with some users questioning Agni Chopra’s intentions and others directing trolling at the Chopra family. Given the longstanding suspension of bilateral cricket ties between India and Pakistan, any perceived association with the PSL tends to draw heightened scrutiny and emotional reactions from fans on both sides of the border.
Agni Chopra has since firmly denied any involvement with the Pakistan Super League or its player registration process. Responding to the controversy, he stated that he did not register for the PSL auction and has no plans to participate in the league. His clarification aimed to dispel rumours and counter the narrative that had taken shape online following the circulation of the screenshots.
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Born in Detroit, United States, Agni Chopra is a USA citizen and has been pursuing his cricketing career within the American domestic structure. He has represented teams in the US cricket circuit and is considered part of the country’s emerging talent pool, with a focus on long-term development rather than short-term franchise opportunities abroad.
The incident highlights how unverified digital information can rapidly escalate into controversy, particularly when it intersects with geopolitics and high-profile families. With Agni Chopra publicly refuting the claims, the episode serves as a reminder of the need for caution and verification in an era where screenshots and listings can spark headlines before facts are fully established.
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