Bangladesh Fan Tiger Roby Assaulted by Indian Crowd in Kanpur
In a shocking incident at the Green Park Stadium in Kanpur, Tiger Roby, a passionate Bangladesh cricket fan, was allegedly assaulted by the Indian crowd during a recent match. Reports indicate that Roby struggled to breathe properly after the altercation.
Witnesses claim that the crowd continuously hurled abuse at him, leading to the distressing situation. Police promptly intervened, taking Roby to the hospital for medical treatment.
The ongoing banter between Indian and Bangladeshi fans has often been light-hearted, but this incident highlights the darker side of cricket fandom. The authorities have stated they will review CCTV footage from the stadium to investigate Roby’s allegations. Eyewitnesses noted that he was gasping for breath on the C-Block balcony during the confrontation.
As the cricketing rivalry between India and Bangladesh continues, incidents like this raise concerns about fan safety and sportsmanship.
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