The streets outside M Chinnaswamy Stadium erupted into chaos the day after Royal Challengers Bangalore’s historic win in the 2025 IPL. Tragically, 11 lives were lost in the stampede. RCB has since announced it will provide 10 lakh rupees to each of the victims’ families. An FIR has been filed against the RCB franchise, among other parties. Now, there’s talk of an FIR being filed against Virat Kohli.
A social activist, HM Venkatesh, attempted to file a complaint against Kohli at the Kubban Park police station. Venkatesh claimed Kohli promoted gambling through the IPL and was responsible for the stampede. He demanded legal action against the cricketer.
Investigation Underway
According to news agency ANI, the police say they will review Venkatesh’s complaint, but no separate FIR has been filed against Kohli yet. After the incident, social media was filled with calls to “arrest Kohli.” The “arrest Kohli” topic trended online.
So far, four people have been arrested in connection with the Bangalore stampede, including RCB’s senior official Nikhil Sosale and three event management staff. The Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) also faces an FIR. The case is so severe that KSCA Secretary A Shankar and E S Jayaram have resigned, citing moral responsibility.
The future of RCB and the IPL hangs in the balance as investigations continue. Will Kohli be charged? Only time will tell. One thing is certain – the sports world is watching this developments closely.
Key Developments:
- RCB to provide 10 lakh rupees to each victim’s family
- FIR filed against RCB franchise and other parties
- Social activist attempts to file complaint against Virat Kohli
- Four people arrested, including RCB official and event staff
- KSCA Secretary and E S Jayaram resign