Abishek Porel was arrested in an alleged rape case following a Calcutta High Court order. Here’s everything known about the allegations and investigation.
Delhi Capitals cricketer Abishek Porel has been arrested in connection with an alleged rape case after a Karnataka-based medical student accused him of sexual assault on the false promise of marriage. Acting on a Calcutta High Court order, West Bengal Police took the 23-year-old wicketkeeper-batter into custody and seized electronic devices as part of the investigation. Porel has denied all allegations, and the matter remains under judicial investigation. Stay tuned to Pulse by Anubhav for verified updates.
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Abishek Porel Arrested: What We Know About the Alleged Rape Case Against the Delhi Capitals Cricketer
The arrest of Delhi Capitals wicketkeeper-batter Abishek Porel has become one of the biggest talking points in Indian cricket. The 23-year-old cricketer was taken into custody by the West Bengal Police after a Calcutta High Court direction in connection with an alleged rape case filed by a medical student from Karnataka.
The case has drawn nationwide attention because of the serious allegations, the High Court’s intervention, and the police investigation involving electronic devices. While the allegations are under investigation, Porel has denied all accusations, and the legal process is currently underway.
What Happened in the Abishek Porel Arrest Case?
According to police officials, Abishek Porel was arrested late Monday night from Emami City following a Calcutta High Court order directing authorities to trace and arrest him. He was later produced before the Chinsurah court for further legal proceedings.
A criminal case has been registered against the Delhi Capitals player under multiple provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Information Technology Act. Authorities have also seized several electronic devices as part of the ongoing investigation.
The arrest came after the High Court observed that investigators should secure the electronic evidence to prevent any alleged sensitive data from being shared while the investigation continues.
Police Confirm Arrest Following Court Order
Hooghly (Rural) Superintendent of Police Kunar Bhushan Singh confirmed that the arrest was carried out after receiving a court directive.
According to the police, the accused was taken into custody late at night and produced before the competent court the following day. Investigators are continuing to collect evidence and question those connected to the matter.
Charges Registered Against the Cricketer
Police sources said the FIR includes multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) along with provisions of the Information Technology Act.
The investigation relates to allegations including:
- Alleged sexual assault
- False promise of marriage
- Criminal intimidation
- Assault
- Alleged recording of private moments without consent
- IT Act-related offences connected to electronic evidence
The exact applicability of these charges will ultimately be determined during the judicial process.
Woman Alleges Three-Year Relationship and Promise of Marriage
According to the complaint filed at Mogra Police Station in Hooghly district, the complainant is a medical student from Karnataka who alleged that she had been in a relationship with Abishek Porel for around three years.
She claimed that the relationship began in 2023 and that the couple had travelled together during that period.
The complainant further alleged that Porel promised to marry her but later refused to honour that commitment. She also accused him of sexual assault, assault, criminal intimidation and other offences mentioned in the FIR.
Allegations Mentioned in the FIR
As per the complaint, the woman has alleged that:
- She was sexually assaulted under the alleged promise of marriage.
- Certain private moments were allegedly recorded without her consent.
- She was allegedly assaulted after objecting.
- She allegedly received criminal intimidation and threats after ending communication.
These allegations are currently being investigated by the police and have not yet been proven in court.
Calcutta High Court Ordered Immediate Arrest
The case reached the Calcutta High Court, where the complainant sought immediate police action.
The High Court subsequently directed investigators to:
Trace the accused immediately
Police were instructed to locate and apprehend the accused without unnecessary delay.
Seize electronic devices
The Court also ordered investigators to seize laptops, mobile phones, pen drives and other electronic devices that could contain evidence relevant to the investigation.
According to investigators, several electronic devices were seized during searches conducted after the arrest.
Abishek Porel Denies All Allegations
Before his arrest, Abishek Porel publicly rejected all allegations made against him.
While acknowledging that he knew the complainant, he denied any criminal wrongdoing and stated that he would cooperate with the investigation. Earlier, he had also said that the police had not contacted him at that stage and that he would respond during the official investigation.
As of now, detailed comments from Porel or his legal team following the arrest are still awaited.
Abishek Porel’s Cricket Career
Before the controversy, Abishek Porel had established himself as one of Bengal’s promising young wicketkeeper-batters.
He made his domestic debut for Bengal before earning opportunities with Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League. He later represented India A during overseas assignments and became known for his aggressive batting style.
Across multiple IPL seasons, he scored valuable runs for Delhi Capitals and was considered one of the franchise’s developing talents.
However, his cricketing future now depends on how the legal proceedings unfold.
Investigation Continues as Court Proceedings Begin
The investigation remains active, with police continuing to examine electronic evidence, witness statements and other material connected to the complaint.
At this stage, the allegations against Abishek Porel remain under judicial consideration, and no court has found him guilty of the offences alleged in the FIR.
As more verified information becomes available through official court proceedings and police statements, the case is expected to receive significant public attention.
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