Soon after the stampede on Wednesday, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) distanced itself from the Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s IPL victory celebrations. Saying that the state government and local administration should “take note” of the events that unfolded, the BCCI officials maintained that their responsibility ended with the completion of the tournament. … Read more
IPL champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Wednesday issued a statement following the death of 11 people and over 47 injuries in a stampede that happened when thousands gathered to celebrate the IPL final victory of franchise. “We are deeply anguished by the unfortunate incidents that have come to light through media reports regarding public gatherings … Read more
Sometime before the IPL mega auction in Saudi Arabia, the RCB’s think-tank congregated to ideate on the ideal team needed to end the 18-year title drought. Nine different teams were prepared, not with all player names inked in but with the roles defined for each slot. And it was team no. 5 that got their … Read more
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has termed the stampede outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium that resulted in 11 deaths as an eye-opener for the board as well as IPL franchises. He said the board will soon take a call with regards to hosting events where large crowds are expected. The arrival of Royal Challengers Bengaluru at … Read more
Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Pointing pointed out the importance of winning the IPL trophy by bringing up the emotional reaction of Virat Kohli when Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated PBKS in the final by 6 runs to clinch their maiden title. “You can see in his eyes in that last over, he was shedding a … Read more