Shashank Singh on Sunday opened up about a recent controversy involving his family, alleging that a "false FIR" was used as a tool for extortion to tarnish his reputation as a public figure.

An IPL cricketer, his retired IPS officer father, and their driver have landed in legal trouble after a newly hired cook accused them of assault, abuse, wrongful confinement, and intimidation inside their Bhopal residence.

Punjab Kings player Shashank Singh has responded after his cook made allegations of assault against the cricketer and his father.

The complainant alleged that "Shailesh Singh, his son Shashank Singh and their driver entered my room, abused me and started assaulting me with their hands and fists. After beating me, they forced me out of the house."

Shashank Singh, who plays for the Punjab Kings in the IPL, and his retired IPS officer father Shailesh Singh have been booked in Bhopal

PBKS vs MI, IPL 2026: Tilak Varma was the hero as Mumbai Indians pulled off an incredible chase of 201 against Shreyas Iyer's Punjab Kings.

Punjab Kings' (PBKS) glaring fielding issues were highlighted during their IPL 2026 defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Wednesday.

Punjab Kings had a forgettable day in the outfield, dropping as many as three catches during their top-of-the-table clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Wednesday.

Shashank Singh dropped as many as three catches in the outfield on Sunday, leaving Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting unimpressed.

Ricky Ponting drew the attention of Yuzvendra Chahal and Shashank Singh towards a young fan and asked them to give their autographs to him.