UP Police Refutes Claims of Fan-Assault On Bangladesh Cricket Team Fan 'Tiger Robi' During IND vs BAN 2nd Test 2024, Reveals Heat As Reason for Him Fainting
The incident occurred during the first session of the match when Robi was seen waving a Bangladeshi flag from the unauthorised stand. This reportedly sparked a confrontation with some Indian spectators. Robi later alleged that during the lunch break, a group of local fans physically assaulted him.
Kanpur, Sep 27: Tiger Robi (Tiger Robby), a Bangladeshi supporter who was allegedly beaten and heckled in the second Test match between India and Bangladesh, is said to be fine and was taken to hospital for a checkup, confirmed UP Police. Robi, a fan from Dhaka, was allegedly beaten and heckled by spectators at Green Park Stadium and was taken to the Regency Hospital by the police. Bangladesh Cricket Team Fan 'Tiger Robi' Taken to Hospital After Being Allegedly Beaten by Spectators at Kanpur's Green Park Stadium During IND vs BAN 2nd Test 2024 (Watch Videos).
According to a statement by a police official at the stadium, Robi had been feeling unwell before arriving and fainted due to the heat in the unauthorised C-upper stand, which had been closed by the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) over structural concerns. "He is fine now, and we took him to Regency Hospital for a check-up. There was no assault, just a case of heat exhaustion," the police official said. UPCA Hire Langurs and Their Handlers To Prevent Monkey Menace at Kanpur’s Green Park Stadium During IND vs BAN 2nd Test 2024: Report.
The incident occurred during the first session of the match when Robi was seen waving a Bangladeshi flag from the unauthorised stand. This reportedly sparked a confrontation with some Indian spectators. Tensions escalated, and security personnel intervened to diffuse the situation. However, Robi later alleged that during the lunch break, a group of local fans physically assaulted him.
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