Australian fan arrested for intruding field during IND vs AUS CWC 2023 final in Ahmedabad

A fan intruded IND vs AUS CWC 2023 final game and hugged Virat Kohli.

The stage was set at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 finals showdown between cricket powerhouses India and Australia. This colossal event took place in the world’s largest cricket stadium, an iconic venue brimming with excitement as fans donned their blue jerseys, creating a sea of support for their respective teams.

Australia’s captain, Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to field, putting India in the spotlight to bat first. Both teams opted for consistency, maintaining their line-ups for this monumental clash. India, having triumphed in all ten previous games in the tournament. On the other hand, Australia, overcoming early hurdles, peaked at the right moment.

Pro-Palestine supporter breaks security

In the initial overs, skipper Rohit Sharma showcased his trademark aggressive style, providing India with a fast start and alleviating pressure on the middle-order batters. His quick 47 off 31 balls set the tone, but the unexpected departure of Gill and a slow pitch raised the stakes. Rohit, having hit a six on the preceding ball, attempted another lofted shot, and was caught brilliantly by Travis Head.

Virat Kohli stepped up, scoring a crucial 50. Rahul’s composed innings eventually amounted to 66 runs off 107 balls, contributing significantly to India’s total of 240, all out in 50 overs. The slow and dry pitch posed challenges, but India’s total became a formidable target.

As the match continued, Australia commenced their chase, reaching 66-3 at the end of 11.4 overs. The slow pitch continued to present challenges, but the real twist occurred during India’s batting innings. Amid tight security, a Palestine supporter breached the field, embracing Virat Kohli during the ODI World Cup finals. The incident, though seemingly harmless, highlighted the need for enhanced security measures at such high-profile events.

Adding intrigue to the situation, the intruder declared himself an Australian supporter after the security breach. The fan is supposedly arrested by the local police.

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