Lalit Modi Says Some IPL Teams Used ‘Black Magic’ Tactics in Past

Lalit Modi reacted to the SRH vs CSK viral video, calling the letter fake but claiming some IPL teams used ‘black magic’ tactics in the past, dating back to 2011.

Former IPL chairman Lalit Modi commented on the viral controversy linked to IPL 2026. He stated that some franchises had explored unusual methods in the past to gain advantage.

The issue began after a video from the Hyderabad match showed a fan performing a lemon-based act before Shivam Dube faced Sakib Hussain. An unverified letter linked to Chennai Super Kings also circulated online, raising further debate.

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Modi later clarified that the viral document appeared fake. However, Lalit Modi maintained that similar black magic practices had occurred earlier in the league. He recalled an incident from the 2011 season, where he had received information with supporting evidence.

He stated that he had alerted team owners about such activities during that period. Modi also indicated plans to reveal further details in a future project, possibly through a film or series.

“Seems fake this time. But one team owner did indulge in this type of practice,” Lalit Modi wrote on his X account on Monday.

“I remember I posted some team owner doing this to the opposing team. By doing exactly this themselves in opposing team dressing room. I even alerted the opposing team owners about this way back in 2011 season – when it happened and I got an alert with concrete proof. I will reveal all these type of activities conducted by whom in the movie / TV series as decided by my team to disclose,” he added.

No official statement has confirmed the viral letter or related claims from IPL authorities or franchises. In the match, Chennai Super Kings chased 195 and reached 76 in the powerplay with strong intent. Sunrisers Hyderabad responded with disciplined bowling and regained control of the match. Hyderabad held composure in the closing stages and secured a 10-run win.