During the IPL 2025 opening match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens on Saturday, March 22, a local fan in Kolkata attempted to breach security to meet Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan. Unfortunately, his failed attempt resulted in a brutal beating by the police. WATCH
Fan beaten by Police during IPL 2025 match
A video of the incident has since gone viral, sparking widespread debate on the social media platform ‘X.’. While some users have criticized the fan’s actions, others have called on the police to exercise restraint and avoid excessive force in such situations. The incident has highlighted a division of opinion, with some advocating for stricter measures and others appealing for more compassionate handling of such cases.
Recently, a video of a fan touching Riyan Parag’s feet during the KKR vs. RR IPL 2025 match had also gone viral. These recent security breaches have certainly raised a question about players security while being on the ground.
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