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The IPL 2025 season opener at Eden Gardens witnessed an unexpected security breach as a fan ran onto the field to touch Virat Kohli’s feet and hug him during RCB’s clash against KKR.
Virat Kohli, who made a stellar return to T20 cricket after his international T20 retirement, played a match-winning knock of 59(36)* in RCB’s successful chase of 175 runs. However, the shocking intrusion raised serious concerns over player security in high-profile matches.
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What Happened to the Field Invader?
According to RevSportz, the fan who stormed onto the field has been arrested by Kolkata Police under Section 329, which could result in jail time.
This incident mirrors similar security breaches seen in past IPL seasons, particularly involving Virat Kohli, who remains one of the most adored cricketers worldwide.
Authorities are now under scrutiny, as such intrusions pose a risk to player safety. The action taken by Kolkata Police is similar to what was seen in Dubai, where a fan who breached Dubai International Cricket Stadium security during the Champions Trophy was also arrested.
Security Concerns Continue in IPL
This isn’t the first time a fan has broken security to meet Kohli during an IPL match. However, it highlights the urgent need for better crowd control and security measures to prevent potential threats to players on the field.
The Eden Gardens breach is expected to prompt stricter security protocols for the remainder of IPL 2025.
RCB’s Upcoming Fixtures
After their thrilling victory against KKR, RCB will now travel to Chennai for a high-stakes clash against arch-rivals Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on March 28. They will then return to their home ground, Chinnaswamy Stadium, for their first home game of the season against Gujarat Titans (GT) on April 2.
