India stars Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shafali Verma served NADA notices after missing dope tests: Report

Athletes participating in the RTP need to share their whereabouts with NADA and be available for testing within a given window.

Published on: May 9, 2026, 12:58:26 IST

Written by Neelav Chakravarti

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Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shafali Verma have been handed notices by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) after missing scheduled dope tests last year (2025), and it is also the pair's first whereabouts failure. Both cricketers are part of NADA's Registered Testing Pool (RTP), and didn't give reasons for missing their rope tests, which led to notices.

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shafali Verma have been dealt with NADA notices.

According to a PTI report, a source said, "Notices have been issued to the concerned athletes, and the same has been intimated to the national federation (the BCCI) and the ICC."

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Meanwhile, a BCCI source informed PTI, "Yes, we have received notification from NADA on missed tests. We will check with them as to how it happened, and will take necessary steps so that such things do not happen in future."

"Cricket is back in the Olympics and we need to adhere to all the protocols so that everything goes on smoothly," the source added.

Athletes participating in the RTP need to share their whereabouts with NADA and be available for testing within a given window each day. According to the rules, a doping control officer can come during the specific duration to collect samples. According to the rules and regulations, three missed tests are considered a doping violation and can lead to suspensions.

13 cricketers are registered in NADA's RTP for the ongoing quarter. It has 348 athletes in total. Shubman Gill, Hardik Pandya, Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul, Jasprit Bumrah, Tilak Verma and Arshdeep Singh are also part of the pool. Abhishek Sharma and Axar Patel have also been added, replacing Smriti Mandhana and Shreyas Iyer in the latest roster. Within the Indian women's cricket team setup, Deepti Sharma and Renuka Singh are also there in the list.

Doping has always remained a controversial issue in cricket. One of the most popular doping scandals in the sport involved Shane Warne. In 2003, just before the World Cup, he tested positive for a banned diuretic. He stated that he took the tablet his mother gave him to improve his appearance. He received a one-year ban from Cricket Australia.

Meanwhile, in 2006, Shoaib Akhtar tested positive for nandrolone, an anabolic steroid, along with teammate Mohammad Asif. The PCB initially handed Akhtar a two-year ban and Asif a one-year suspension. But it was later overturned for both players due to issues in the testing process.

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Neelav Chakravarti
Neelav Chakravarti has been part of the digital sports team at Hindustan Times since 2022, where he covers a wide range of disciplines, including chess, cricket, football, and Olympic sports. Working in a fast-paced digital newsroom, he regularly handles live blogs, breaking updates, and trending stories, combining speed with clarity to keep readers informed in real time. Chess remains both a professional beat and a personal passion for Neelav, and he closely tracks major international tournaments, player narratives, and emerging talents. He is particularly fascinated by the patience, calculation, and strategic depth the game demands, often exploring the psychological side of competition in his writing. Beyond sports journalism, Neelav has a deep interest in visual storytelling and filmmaking, actively participating in film festivals and engaging with independent cinema. He is especially drawn to films that capture the subtleties of everyday life and human relationships, appreciating storytelling that balances realism with emotional depth. This creative interest complements his approach to sports coverage, where he enjoys highlighting the human stories behind performances and results. A history enthusiast by academic training, Neelav holds a bachelor’s degree in the subject and maintains a sustained interest in ancient and medieval Indian history, particularly in cultural and social transitions across eras. His curiosity about the past often shapes his perspective on contemporary narratives and long-form storytelling. When he isn’t tracking scores or developing storylines, Neelav enjoys spending time over the chessboard, relaxing with his cats, or listening to the Empire podcast by Anita Anand and William Dalrymple. He also enjoys reading long-form sports writing that explores the emotional and cultural layers of sport, while maintaining a quiet routine that balances reading, reflection, and occasional time with friends.Read More

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