A disturbing video from the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi has exposed stadium staff collecting leftover soft drinks from used cups and repackaging them for resale during the T20 World Cup 2026 in India.
The footage, which surfaced online before the scheduled India vs. Namibia match at the venue, shows workers pouring unfinished beverages into bottles instead of discarding them.
The stadium has already hosted multiple World Cup fixtures, raising concerns that spectators may have been served reused drinks throughout the tournament.
A viral video circulating on social media has sparked controversy during the ongoing T20 World Cup, allegedly showing workers at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium refilling large bottles with leftover soft drinks collected from used cups. The clip has triggered concerns over hygiene… pic.twitter.com/0Cu9xJFquA
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The video quickly spread across social media, drawing sharp criticism from fans who questioned how such a serious lapse in hygiene could occur during an ICC event.
Many users called for immediate accountability and stricter monitoring of food and beverage operations inside international venues.
The incident has also put the Delhi & District Cricket Association (DDCA) under scrutiny, with growing demands for clarification on stadium protocols and vendor oversight. As of now, an official response is still awaited.
With the T20 World Cup 2026 drawing global attention, the visuals have triggered a wider debate about safety standards for spectators, highlighting the need for stronger enforcement to ensure fans are not exposed to unsafe practices at marquee sporting events.
