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Man who invaded Ahmedabad pitch to touch MS Dhoni feet during IPL match, arrested

Man who invaded Ahmedabad pitch to touch MS Dhoni feet during IPL match, arrested

This incident follows a similar breach at the Narendra Modi stadium in November 2023, where a foreign national entered the field to meet Virat Kohli during the World Cup final.

A passionate fan’s attempt to meet his cricket idol MS Dhoni turned into an arrest during an Indian Premier League (IPL 2024) match on Friday night.

Breaching security to meet MS Dhoni

A 21-year-old man, identified as Jaykumar Jani, was apprehended by security personnel after jumping barricades and entering the field during the Chennai Super Kings vs Gujarat Titans clash at the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad.

Jani, a resident of Bhavnagar district, openly admitted to being a die-hard fan of MS Dhoni and expressed his desire to meet the legendary cricketer.

Security measures breached

Video footage circulating on social media captures the dramatic moment. Jani manages to reach MS Dhoni near the pitch, even bowing to MSD’s feet and hugging him before security intervenes. This incident highlights a potential security lapse at the stadium, raising concerns about maintaining player safety and controlled fan interactions.

Jani’s actions resulted in his arrest under Section 447 of the Indian Penal Code for criminal trespass. This incident follows a similar breach at the Narendra Modi stadium in November 2023, where a foreign national entered the field to meet Virat Kohli during the World Cup final.

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Lessons learned in IPL 2024

The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of robust security measures at stadiums. While fan enthusiasm is always welcome, maintaining order and preventing such breaches is crucial for player safety and the smooth running of the game.

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