Shocking visuals show RCB fans climbing M Chinnaswamy Stadium walls and fences to witness felicitation event

Ten people died and several others were injured in a stampede in Bengaluru during RCB’s IPL victory celebration.

Published on: Jun 4, 2025, 19:36:30 IST

By Mahipal Singh Chouhan

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A moment of celebration turned tragic in Bengaluru on Wednesday as a massive crowd gathered outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium to catch a glimpse of their cricketing heroes — the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) — following the team’s historic maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) victory. In a devastating turn, a stampede broke out amid the swelling crowd, leading to the death of at least 10 people and leaving several others injured.

A celebration turned tragic in Bengaluru as a massive crowd outside Chinnaswamy Stadium led to a stampede, killing 10. (X/ANI)

(Also read: Frenzied fans climb trees, Chinnaswamy Stadium walls to see RCB stars amid stampede. Video)

Chaos outside stadium

Visuals shared by news agency ANI captured scenes of chaos, as enthusiastic fans were seen climbing over walls and fences of the Chinnaswamy Stadium in a desperate attempt to enter the premises.

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The stadium was hosting a felicitation ceremony for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, who recently clinched their first-ever IPL title after 18 seasons, defeating Punjab Kings in a nail-biting final held in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.

Deputy CM expresses grief

Reacting to the tragedy, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar expressed his deep sorrow over the incident. “What was meant to be a celebration of RCB's IPL victory has turned into a tragedy, bringing deep sorrow and shock. My condolences to those who lost their lives. I offer my heartfelt sympathies to their families. Let there be love for the team, but nothing is more valuable than life. I request everyone to please stay safe," he said.

(Also read: RCB victory parade or no parade? Fans confused as RCB, Bengaluru Police share conflicting tweets)

Earlier, the Karnataka government honoured the Royal Challengers Bengaluru team for securing their maiden IPL title, bringing an end to an 18-year-long wait for the coveted trophy. Karnataka Governor Taawarchand Gehlot, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar felicitated the Rajat Patidar-led team on the grand steps in front of the iconic Vidhana Soudha, the seat of state legislature and secretariat here.

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Mahipal Singh Chouhan
Mahipal Singh Chouhan is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times Digital, with nearly five years of experience in digital journalism and content production. His work primarily focuses on offbeat and trending stories that reflect everyday experiences and evolving conversations on the internet. He has consistently worked on transforming viral content and human interest stories into structured news pieces that engage readers while maintaining editorial clarity. At Hindustan Times, Mahipal contributes to identifying and developing stories emerging from social media trends, online communities, and real-world incidents that capture public attention. His approach involves adding context and journalistic perspective to fast-moving digital narratives, helping present viral moments in a clear and reader-friendly format suited for digital audiences. Before joining Hindustan Times Digital, he was associated with DNA India, where he gained experience in newsroom workflows and digital storytelling practices. Mahipal holds a degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, Delhi. He is particularly interested in tracking emerging trends and understanding how online conversations evolve into broader public discussions. His work reflects a focus on accuracy, readability, and relevance in the rapidly changing digital news environment. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Mahipal takes an interest in history and sports and regularly works on improving his general knowledge, which complements his curiosity as a media professional.Read More

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