Celebrity Cricket League match in Bangladesh turns violent, six hospitalised
By News Desk
October 1, 2023 05:11 PM
In an unexpected turn of events, a Celebrity Cricket League match in Bangladesh recently transformed into a chaotic scene reminiscent of a WWE-style battleground. The intense brawl erupted between two teams led by renowned filmmakers Mostafa Kamal Raz and Dipankar Dipon, leaving cricket enthusiasts both shocked and captivated.
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The incident was triggered by a contentious decision made by the match umpire, which did not sit well with one of the teams. The disagreement quickly escalated into a fiery altercation and subsequently a full-blown brawl. Six individuals were injured in the melee and had to be immediately hospitalised.
Instances of player confrontations are exceedingly rare in cricket, a sport often hailed as a gentleman’s game. While disagreements and heated exchanges between fans are not uncommon, physical altercations on the field remain an anomaly. This incident has left the cricketing world bewildered.
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In a related development earlier this month, chaos erupted in the stands of Colombo’s R Premadasa Stadium after an India-Sri Lanka Super-4 match. A physical altercation between fans unfolded moments after India’s 41-run victory over Sri Lanka. The cause of this altercation remains unclear.
These incidents serve as a stark reminder that while cricket matches can have moments of tension, it is crucial to maintain decorum and respect for the spirit of the game.