1. A Night of Celebration Turned Grim
RCB’s IPL 2025 victory celebration at Bengaluru’s M Chinnaswamy Stadium was overshadowed by a stampede outside that claimed 11 lives.
2. Fans Came in Thousands, But Chaos Followed
Massive crowds gathered to catch a glimpse of the RCB stars, but poor crowd control led to panic and deadly stampede conditions.
3. Ceremony Continued Amid Tragedy
Despite the chaos outside, the felicitation ceremony continued inside the stadium, drawing heavy criticism from fans and citizens alike.
4. Kohli Criticized for “Insensitivity”
Many questioned why Virat Kohli and the RCB team went on with the celebration while people were dying just outside the venue.
5. Kohli Breaks Silence, Shares Grief
Later, Kohli expressed his condolences on Instagram, saying he was “at a loss for words” and “absolutely gutted” by the news.
6. Was Kohli Aware During the Event?
Former cricketer Atul Wassan defended Kohli, saying he doesn’t believe Virat knew about the stampede during the ceremony.
7. “He Would Have Walked Out” – Wassan
Wassan emphasized that if Kohli had been aware of the situation, he would have never continued the celebrations.
8. RCB Franchise & Officials in Question
Wassan pointed fingers at the franchise and politicians, blaming a lack of communication and corporate indifference for the ongoing event.
9. AB de Villiers Reacts With Sympathy
Former RCB player AB de Villiers posted a heartfelt message, offering thoughts and prayers to those affected by the tragic incident.
10. CM Confirms Casualties and Support
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah confirmed 11 deaths and 33 injuries, promising free treatment for all those hurt in the stampede.
Conclusion:
The tragic stampede outside the RCB celebration reminds us that crowd safety should never be an afterthought, no matter the occasion. While celebrations are important, they should never come at the cost of human lives. This incident must serve as a wake-up call for better planning, accountability, and compassion in public events.
