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Bengaluru stampede case: Karnataka State Cricket Association secretary, treasurer resign; RCB parent company remains tight lipped | Cricket News

Bengaluru stampede case: Karnataka State Cricket Association secretary, treasurer resign; RCB parent company remains tight lipped | Cricket News

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Workers remove footwear lying near Gate No. 7 of the Chinnaswamy Stadium a day after the stampede, following a large gathering of fans for the felicitation of IPL 2025 winning Royal Challengers Bengaluru team, in Bengaluru, Karnataka. (PTI) Karnataka State Cricket Association secrteary A Shankar and treasurer ES Jairam have resigned from their posts in the aftermath of the stampede outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4 that claimed 11 lives and injured 75 people. Lakhs of people had congregated to celebrate Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s maiden IPL title a night before.“This is to inform that due to the unforeseen and unfortunate events that have unfolded in the last two days and though our role was very limited, but owing moral responsibility, we wish to state that last night we have tendered our resignation to our respective posts as the Secretary and Treasurer of the Karnataka State Cricket Association, by way of a letter dated 06.06.2025 to the President of Karnataka State Cricket Association,” said Shankar and Jairam in a press release on Saturday.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!Despite getting some leeway from the Karnataka High Court, pressure had mounted on the KSCA top brass to step down on moral grounds.In their plea in court, KSCA’s committee had stated: “There is no wrong that can be attributed to the committee or its office-bearers as they stand aloof of any liabilities against the entire unfortunate incident…” They also stated that the stadium is managed by RCB since the IPL franchise had rented the premises. Gautam Gambhir sends stern message after Bengaluru tragedy Additionally, news agency PTI reported that the KSCA had sought permission from the government to conduct the celebrations on behalf of event management company DNA Entertainment Networks. The KSCA stated that the concerned company would “make necessary arrangements” for the event.“On behalf of the M/s DNA Entertainment Networks Private Limited, KSCA requests to inform that after the TATA IPL 2025 Finals on 3rd June 2025, in case Royal Challengers Bengaluru wins the IPL 2025 title, M/s DNA Entertainment Networks Private Limited shall make plans for the felicitation ceremony at the Vidhana Soudha Grand Steps,” KSCA stated in the letter.“KSCA requests that M/s DNA Entertainment Networks Private Limited shall be permitted to make necessary arrangements at the Vidhana Soudha Grand Steps,” the association further said in the letter addressed to the Department of Personnel & Administrative Reforms (DPAR) of the state government.While the felicitation ceremony at the Vidhan Soudha passed off without any major glitch, chaos happened outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium where lakhs converged following RCB’s social media invitation, despite inadequate planning and organisation. That post has since been deleted. A planned victory parade, on an open top bus, had to be cancelled but the function inside the stadium proceeded despite the tragedy that unfolded outside.KSCA puts blame squarely on RCB, DNA Complaint Filed Against Virat Kohli Over Bengaluru Stampede | RCB | IPL | Karnataka The KSCA pleaded in Court that there is “absolutely no wrong that can be attributed to the Petitioner Committee or its office bearers as they stand aloof of any liabilities against the entire unfortunate incident.”“IPL events are conducted by RCB through their service provider M/S DNA network private limited and the role of KSCA is very limited as it accommodates by extending the venue and infrastructure,” the body stated in its writ petition.“KCSA facilitates government permissions. The management of gates is the responsibility of RCB Franchise /DNA who execute under the direction of the police.“The police have registered the FIR under intense pressure and compelling circumstances without any preliminary enquiry by naming the petitioner/members of KSCA as accused,” it added.Justice SR Krishna Kumar, who heard the petition seeking to quash the FIR against the KSCA office-bearers, restrained the police from taking any coercive action against the officials until the next hearing (June 16).RCB parent company stays quiet Footwears lie on the ground outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium following a stampede after a large number of fans gathered for the felicitation of IPL 2025 winning Royal Challengers Bengaluru team, in Bengaluru, Karnataka. (Pic credit: PTI) It has now been three days since tragedy struck Bengaluru and innocent lives were lost due to the chaos. RCB have issued statements, announced monetary compensation for the families of the deceased 11 individuals and setup a ‘RCB Cares’ fund for the injured fans.Yet, the parent company behind RCB, Diageo, have remained quiet. As TimesofIndia.com reported, we’ve sent a specific set of questions to Diageo on the stampede. The queries ask for their reaction on the incident, why they’ve been quiet, whether they were satisfied with the arrangements and whether this has soured the victory celebrations. As things stand, the company has not responded.Meanwhile, RCB’s marketing head Nikhil Sosale has been sent to judicial custody until June 19. He, and three other DNA Event Management Company staffers, was arrested in the early hours of Friday at the airport.

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Bengaluru stampede: Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma return to Mumbai; tragedy overshadows RCB's IPL celebration | Cricket News

Bengaluru stampede: Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma return to Mumbai; tragedy overshadows RCB’s IPL celebration | Cricket News

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Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma at the Mumbai airport. (Video grab) Star Indian cricketer Virat Kohli and his wife Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma returned to Mumbai on Thursday following the Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s (RCB) IPL title celebrations that were marred by tragedy in Bengaluru. The couple was spotted at Mumbai airport, and visuals of their arrival quickly went viral on social media.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!RCB’s historic first-ever IPL title win — achieved with a thrilling six-run victory over Punjab Kings in the final on Tuesday in Ahmedabad — was meant to be a moment of joy. But the mood turned somber on Wednesday during the team’s homecoming event at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, where a stampede claimed 11 lives and left over 30 others injured.WATCH:Tens of thousands of fans gathered outside the stadium to celebrate the team’s 18-year-long wait for glory. However, the crowd soon became unmanageable, and chaos ensued as fans pushed to enter the already packed venue, leading to a tragic crush at the gates.While the event inside the stadium did take place, it was cut short out of respect for the tragedy. Only RCB captain Rajat Patidar and Kohli addressed the crowd briefly, lifting the trophy to acknowledge the fans before the event ended. ‘A particularly special feeling’: Andy Flower hails Virat Kohli, RCB after historic title win Reacting to the heartbreaking incident, Kohli shared RCB’s official statement and wrote on Instagram: “At a loss for words. Absolutely gutted.”The RCB franchise also expressed deep sorrow and extended condolences to the bereaved families. What was supposed to be a celebration of triumph ended in mourning.

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RCB shown no mercy, IPL champions shredded after stampede outside Chinnaswamy claims 11 lives: 'Owner made big mistake'

RCB shown no mercy, IPL champions shredded after stampede outside Chinnaswamy claims 11 lives: ‘Owner made big mistake’

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What was supposed to be a happy and festive day for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fans in the city turned out to be a complete horror show after a stampede outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium claimed 11 lives and left 33 injured. RCB’s maiden IPL title win celebrations were marred by the unfortunate incident. Several are questioning the need for having such a big event within 18 hours after winning the tournament. While accountability is being demanded, former India pacer Madan Lal believes responsibility needs to be taken by RCB as well as they erred in judgement.  Madan Lal minced no words as he called out RCB after a stampede outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium claimed 11 lives. (AFP) While the news of the stampede garnered headlines, the RCB management proceeded with the celebrations inside the stadium. Rajat Patidar and Virat Kohli gave short speeches before the event eventually wrapped. While RCB have made it clear that they cut short the celebrations upon finding about the stampede, the franchise continues to be questioned about the need for having such a big and lavish event within hours of winning the tournament.  It must be mentioned that this is the first time that a victory parade of such scale was planned in the IPL. Former India pacer Madan Lal, who was part of the 1983 World Cup-winning squad, questioned RCB’s decision to go ahead with the event so quickly, as they could have easily waited two to three days.  “It’s extremely unfortunate that 11 lives were lost, this tragedy should never have happened. It was completely avoidable. You celebrated in Ahmedabad on Tuesday night. What was the rush for holding celebrations in Bengaluru?” Madan Lal told news agency PTI.  Also Read: ‘DISGRACED’: BCCI shocked but has ‘no role’ in Bengaluru stampede “The celebrations could have been held two or three days later, and RCB fans would have still shown up in full spirit. You could have given proper timings. Even if it was held after 2-3 days, the RCB fans would have still turned up. Had that been done, this incident might have been prevented,” he added. ‘Franchise owner made big mistake’ Madan Lal also blamed RCB owners, saying the franchise made a big statement by going with the celebrations so quickly. He added that the state government is at fault, but one cannot deny RCB’s role. “Who is to blame – RCB or the government? If the state government had denied permission, the celebrations wouldn’t have gone ahead. So the government is definitely accountable, but RCB is also at fault,” said Madan Lal. “The team was taken out for a public celebration just four hours after landing, what was the urgency? IPL teams have a huge fan following these days. The franchise owner made an error in judgment, he made a big mistake,” he added.  It must also be mentioned that the Bengaluru Traffic Police had denied the permission for a victory parade. However, as per reports, the RCB management kept trying to persuade to allow the parade to go ahead for a brief while from Vidhana Soudha to the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Madan Lal, however, stated that BCCI had no role in the incident. “BCCI cannot be blamed. It was RCB’s responsibility, they should have worked together with the government. Who will look after the families who lost someone during the stampede?” he said.  “All that joy and celebration now feels hollow and ruined. There was absolutely no need to fly RCB in and organise a celebration in such haste. What was the need for such a hurried celebration? There was a big communication gap. Sadly, in our country, human lives continue to be undervalued,” he added. 

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Frenzied fans climb trees, Chinnaswamy Stadium walls to see RCB stars amid stampede. Video | Trending

Frenzied fans climb trees, Chinnaswamy Stadium walls to see RCB stars amid stampede. Video | Trending

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Jun 04, 2025 06:27 PM IST Bengaluru stampede: A massive crowd gathered outside M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru to see the RCB players. People climbed trees and buses as a massive crowd gathered outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday to catch a glimpse of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru stars after the team’s historic Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 win. Six people are feared dead in the stampede outside the cricket stadium where the felicitation event is being held to celebrate Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s first Indian Premier League title win. RCB victory celebrations: Fans climbed trees and buses as massive crowds gathered outside Chinnaswamy Stadium. Take a look at the video Fans also scaled the walls of M Chinnaswamy Stadium even as the police appealed to people to leave. Bengaluru beat Punjab Kings in the tournament’s final match on Tuesday. The Karnataka government felicitated the Royal Challengers Bengaluru team, which won their maiden IPL title, ending an 18-year wait for the coveted trophy. Karnataka Governor Taawarchand Gehlot, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar felicitated the Rajat Patidar-led team on the grand steps in front of the iconic Vidhana Soudha, the seat of state legislature and secretariat here. News / Trending / Frenzied fans climb trees, Chinnaswamy Stadium walls to see RCB stars amid stampede. Video See Less

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Chinnaswamy Stadium Stampede: Disaster at Chinnaswamy Stadium! 7 dead, including a child, as RCB fans rush to celebrate IPL win | Cricket News

Chinnaswamy Stadium Stampede: Disaster at Chinnaswamy Stadium! 7 dead, including a child, as RCB fans rush to celebrate IPL win | Cricket News

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NEW DELHI: The celebrations were in full swing outside Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium, with loud cheers, hoots, and roaring chants filling the air as fans gathered in massive numbers to catch a glimpse of their victorious Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) stars. The scenes reflected the joy of a fanbase that had waited 18 years for this moment. On Tuesday night, RCB clinched their maiden IPL title with a six-run win over Punjab Kings in a thrilling final at a packed Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.For franchise icon Virat Kohli, who has been with RCB since the league’s inception in 2008, it was a particularly significant milestone—finally lifting the trophy after years of near misses.RCB players are scheduled to meet Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday, after which they will head to their home ground, M Chinnaswamy Stadium, for a fan engagement event. Huge crowds have already assembled at the stadium, hoping to witness the team’s moment of glory up close.The Karnataka State Cricket Association has organised a special felicitation ceremony for the RCB squad at the stadium to honour their historic achievement.In videos circulating on social media, the crowd outside the stadium grew so large that Karnataka Police had to use mild force to manage the swelling numbers and maintain order.Tragedy struck during the RCB victory celebrations at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, as reports indicate that seven people, including a child, lost their lives in a stampede. Over 25 others have sustained injuries in the incident, with six individuals reported to be in critical condition.Earlier in the day, the Rajat Patidar-led team was received at the airport by Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. As the players made their way to the Chief Minister’s office at Vidhana Soudha, fans lined the streets, cheering their champions with unbridled enthusiasm. ‘A particularly special feeling’: Andy Flower hails Virat Kohli, RCB after historic title win However, the much-awaited open-top bus parade from Vidhana Soudha to the stadium may be cancelled due to heavy traffic congestion, according to a tweet by Bengaluru Traffic Police. The city’s rainy weather and the challenges of crowd control—especially following last night’s massive celebrations—also contributed to the uncertainty around the parade.That said, the parade could still happen if Chief Minister Siddaramaiah grants special permission. The open-top bus remains parked near his office, awaiting the final nod.

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RCB IPL 2025 victory parade Live Streaming: When and where to watch the champions celebrate title win in Bengaluru

RCB IPL 2025 victory parade Live Streaming: When and where to watch the champions celebrate title win in Bengaluru

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Jun 04, 2025 11:32 AM IST Streaming details for RCB’s victory parade in Bangalore after lifting the IPL trophy. For the first time in 18 years of the IPL’s history, fans of Royal Challengers Bengaluru can wake up and call themselves champions. A 6-run win over Punjab Kings in Ahmedabad means that RCB finally join the wall of winners in the IPL, ending a long drought which has seen the anticipation and the desperation for silverware grow and grow. RCB players celebrate lifting the first IPL trophy in franchise history.(ANI) Finally, with this victory on Tuesday night, there is a form of catharsis, an opportunity for the city of Bangalore to rejoice and celebrate its heroes who finally bring the trophy back to Karnataka. It is no small deal for a city that has so often been the bridesmaid, never the bride. After a night of celebrations throughout the city, the party doesn’t stop over in the city, as RCB have announced a special title open bus parade celebration through the heart of Bangalore, allowing the players to show off the trophy and for the local fans to shower them with all the love. The title parade will see the RCB players begin with a reception at the Vidhana Soudha, where they will be felicitated by the chief minister of Karnataka. From there, an hour-long procession is expected to take place, as an open bus will be driven from the Vidhana Soudha to the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, where the IPL trophy will have a homecoming. Here are the streaming details for the RCB IPL 2025 Victory Parade: Where will the RCB IPL 2025 Victory Parade take place? The RCB IPL 2025 Victory Parade will begin at the Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru, and finish at their home at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. What time will the RCB IPL 2025 Victory Parade take place? The RCB IPL 2025 Victory Parade is expected to begin after 3:30 PM on 4th June, 2025. As per reports, the procession itself is expected to begin around 5:00 PM, with an event at the Chinnaswamy Stadium at 6:00 PM. Who can attend the RCB IPL 2025 Victory Parade? The RCB IPL 2025 Victory Parade will see the open-bus procession through the city be open to the public. Where will the RCB IPL 2025 Victory Parade be live-streamed and broadcast in India? The RCB IPL 2025 Victory Parade will be broadcast on Star Sports Network and live-streamed on Jio Hotstar. News / Cricket News / RCB IPL 2025 victory parade Live Streaming: When and where to watch the champions celebrate title win in Bengaluru See Less

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Resurging Bengaluru record third consecutive win to boost playoff hopes – India TV

Resurging Bengaluru record third consecutive win to boost playoff hopes – India TV

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Image Source : BCCI/IPL Virat Kohli and Rahul Tewatia at the RCB vs GT IPL 2024 game in Bengaluru on May 4, 2024 Royal Challengers Bengaluru pulled off a stunning four-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2024 clash at M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday. Faf du Plessis and Vijaykumar Vyshak shone as RCB registered their third consecutive win of the season to boost their playoff chances. Vyshak and Yash Dayal produced brilliant bowling performances to bowl out Gujarat to 147 while bowling first. Opens Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis then gave RCB a sensational start by adding 92 runs for the opening wicket in just 35 balls. Shubman Gill’s Gujarat Titans made a strong comeback with Joshua Little claiming four big wickets and Noor Ahmad dismissing Virat Kohli. But Dinesh Karthik and Swapnil Singh’s late cameos boosted Bengaluru to a crucial win with 38 balls remaining. A win boosted Bengaluru to seventh position in the points table with four wins in eleven matches while Gujarat slipped to ninth spot with eight points.  After being forced to bat first, Gujarat lost their top order in powerplay overs with Mohammed Siraj claiming big wickets of Shubman Gill and Wriddhiman Saha. Gujarat made a comeback with David Miller and Shahrukh Khan scorching 61 runs for the fourth wicket with the latter top-scoring with 37 runs off 24 balls.  Bengaluru made a late comeback with Yash Dayal and Vijaykumar Vyshak claiming two wickets each to bowl out Gujarat to a 147 total in 19.3 overs.  Chasing a low-scoring target, RCB openers Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis exploded from the very beginning. The veteran duo added 92 runs in just 35 balls for the opening wicket with du Plessis smashing an 18-ball fifty, the second fastest for Bengaluru in their IPL history. Joshua Little, playing his first match of the IPL 2024, gave Gujarat a breakthrough in the sixth over with du Plessis’ wicket and that led to Bengaluru’s unexpected collapse. Bengaluru went 92/0 to 117/6 within flash seconds with the Irish pacer taking four wickets and Noor Ahmad removing Virat Kohli who scored crucial 42 runs off 27 balls. But Bengaluru avoided further collapse with Dinesh Karthik and Swapnil Singh adding unbeaten 35 runs for the seventh wicket. Karthik smashed 21* off 12 balls and Swapnil finished the game with a six off Rashid Khan in the 14th over to boost Bengaluru to a dominant four-wicket win.  Royal Challengers Bengaluru Playing XI: Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis (c), Will Jacks, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Karn Sharma, Swapnil Singh, Mohammed Siraj, Yash Dayal (substituted by Rajat Patidar), Vijaykumar Vyshak. Gujarat Titans Playing XI: Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan (substituted by Vijay Shankar), David Miller, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Manav Suthar, Noor Ahmad, Mohit Sharma, Joshua Little.

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Virat Kohli's precise direct-hit ends Shahrukh Khan's brilliant innings in RCB vs GT clash – India TV

Virat Kohli’s precise direct-hit ends Shahrukh Khan’s brilliant innings in RCB vs GT clash – India TV

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Image Source : JIOCINEMA/X RCB vs GT IPL 2024 match in Bengaluru Royal Challengers Bengaluru displayed brilliant bowling and remarkable fielding efforts to bowl out Gujarat Titans on 147 in the ongoing IPL 2024 match at M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday. Star batter Virat Kohli stole the limelight again as he produced a stellar direct hit to run out settled Shahrukh Khan. After losing the toss, Gujarat were forced to bat first and lost the top order in powerplay overs with just 19 runs on the scoreboard. But David Miller and Shahrukh Khan added 61 runs for the fourth wicket to put Gujarat on a track for a challenging total. Karn Sharma gave Bengaluru a breakthrough with Miller’s big wicket in the 12th over and then Virat Kohli showed his well-known fielding skills with a sensational throw to run out Shahrukh Khan in the 13th over. On-strike Rahul Tewatai defended Vijaykumar Vyshak’s delivery at a point where Kohli picked the ball and quickly directed it towards a non-striker end to dismiss Shahrukh Khan. Shahrukh top-scored with 37 runs off 24 balls as Gujarat Titans managed to post a 147/10 total in 19.3 overs. Kohli also took an easy catch to dismiss in-form Sai Sudharshan on Cameron Green’s delivery. Vijaykumar Vyshak turned out a hero for the hosts with two wickets and two brilliant catches to deny Gujarat a 150-plus total. Royal Challengers Bengaluru Playing XI: Virat Kohli, Faf du Plessis (c), Will Jacks, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, Dinesh Karthik (wk), Karn Sharma, Swapnil Singh, Mohammed Siraj, Yash Dayal, Vijaykumar Vyshak. Gujarat Titans Playing XI: Wriddhiman Saha (wk), Shubman Gill (c), Sai Sudharsan, David Miller, Shahrukh Khan, Rahul Tewatia, Rashid Khan, Manav Suthar, Noor Ahmad, Mohit Sharma, Joshua Little.

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans free streaming, match updates, highlights – India TV

Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Gujarat Titans free streaming, match updates, highlights – India TV

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Image Source : INDIA TV RCB vs GT IPL 2024 Live Score RCB vs GT IPL 2024 Live Score, Match Updates and Highlights Resurging Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be looking to continue their winning run when they host Gujarat Titans in the 52nd match of the Indian Premier League 2024 at M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Saturday. Both teams clashed against each other in their latest IPL 2024 game where Bengaluru recorded a dominating win in Ahmedabad. Shubman Gill’s Gujarat Titans are seeking revenge as they struggle in the eighth position in the points table with four wins in ten matches. Bengaluru remain at the bottom of the points table with three wins in ten matches but their latest two victories make them favourites going into this blockbuster clash. Live Scorecard  

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