Chennai Super Kings have raised a complaint with the BCCI after what they described as an unsuitable DJ performance during their IPL match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on April 5. The dispute centres on a song titled “Dosa, idli, sambar, chutney, chutney” and remarks made alongside it, which CSK said reflected South Indian stereotypes rather than fair support.
What CSK objected to
- CSK informed the BCCI that the track “Dosa, idli, sambar, chutney, chutney” was played during the match in a way they felt was “not in good taste”.
- The franchise argued that the lyrics reference “dosa, idli, sambar, chutney,” and that this framing amounted to stereotyping and mocking their Tamil Nadu identity.
- CSK also pointed to the context of the rivalry, noting that results between the sides had recently turned more intense, with RCB winning four straight matches versus Chennai.
CSK managing director Kasi Viswanathan said the usual arrangement around IPL matches is for DJs to support the home side, but in this instance the atmosphere at Chinnaswamy felt different. He added that the DJ presence is typically for backing the team rather than targeting or commenting on the opposition.
How the controversy began
- The issue traces back to an episode in 2025 that involved RCB wicketkeeper-batter Jitesh Sharma.
- In that incident, Chennai’s DJ mocked Sharma after a video of him singing the same “Dosa, Idly, Sambar, Chutney Chutney” phrase went viral.
- The video was shared ahead of a match and featured RCB players being asked what they thought of when they imagined Chennai; while most teammates offered general answers, Jitesh chose to sing the food-and-phrase line.
- Some CSK supporters interpreted that moment as a stereotype aimed at South Indian culture, and the franchise later highlighted concerns about similar treatment recurring.
CSK said it had taken steps after that earlier episode, including putting guidelines in place to keep their match-day staff neutral and respectful. Viswanathan said there had not been a repeat since those measures were introduced, and that the DJ was not meant to make comments about opposing players. He also stressed that CSK have a strong and passionate fanbase that cheers loudly in large numbers.
