The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 completed after more than two months of cricket, with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) finally breaking their 17-year trophy drought to win the title on Tuesday night. However, the triumph celebration in Bengaluru on Wednesday turned tragic as a stampede killed 11 people.
The Garden City had an amazing turnout, with lakhs of fans converging on the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium and surrounding roadways to rejoice with their beloved club. The size of the gathering made the city’s police force ineffective and difficult to maintain order.
Despite attempts by law authorities to disperse and regulate the throng, many surged against the stadium’s admission gates, desperate to see the players. The turbulent situations swiftly deteriorated, resulting in a tragic stampede.
The RCB expressed tremendous regret for the occurrence, as well as indignation and disappointment with how events proceeded. They highlighted how important the safety and well-being of fans and the general public are. The franchise described the situation as terrible and offered genuine condolences to the families of those involved.
“We are deeply anguished by the unfortunate incidents that have come to light through media reports regarding public gatherings all over Bengaluru in anticipation of the team’s arrival this afternoon. The safety and well-being of everyone is of utmost importance to us. RCB mourns the tragic loss of lives and extends our heartfelt condolences to the affected families. Immediately upon being made aware of the situation, we promptly amended our program, and followed the guidance and advice of the local administration. We urge all our supporters to please stay safe.”
Several players from the world of cricket took to social media to lament the incident and the deaths it caused. The outpouring of grief was similar to the amazing reception given to India’s World Cup winners in Mumbai last year.
Check out how X reacted to the Bengaluru stampede:
The mishap in Bengaluru is absolutely heartrending. In this tragic hour, my thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones. I pray that those who are injured have a speedy recovery: PM @narendramodi
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) June 4, 2025Deeply saddened by the tragic stampede in Bengaluru. My heartfelt condolences to the families affected. Praying for strength and recovery for all 💔💔🙏🏼#Bengaluru #chinnaswamystadium
— Pragyan Ojha (@pragyanojha) June 4, 2025Deeply saddened by the Bengaluru mishap. My heartfelt prayers for those who lost their lives and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured. Stay strong. 🙏
— R P Singh रुद्र प्रताप सिंह (@rpsingh) June 4, 2025The joy turns into a tragedy. 💔
The unprecedented celebration of the #RCB fans eventually turned into a disastrous chapter in India's cricketing history.
Outside #chinnaswamystadium , 11 lives lost, 20+ injured in a stampede.
May the Almighty give the strength to their… pic.twitter.com/G108f1o4og
— MANOJ TIWARY (@tiwarymanoj) June 4, 2025What happened at Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru, is beyond tragic. My heart goes out to every affected family. Wishing peace and strength to all. 🙏
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) June 4, 2025Fans are the heart of cricket and of our lives. The tragic loss of lives in today’s stampede in Bengaluru is deeply heartbreaking. My thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with the families affected by this unimaginable tragedy.
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) June 4, 2025Heartbreaking news of a stampede outside the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, resulting in the tragic loss of lives and injuries to several cricket fans has cast a dark shadow over the spirit of the game that unites millions across our nation.
My deepest condolences go out…
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) June 4, 2025Speechless. Numb. A victory parade for an IPL win claiming innocent lives.
Heart goes out for the affected and their loved ones. 🕉️ शान्ति
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) June 4, 2025Absolutely heartbreaking to hear about the stampede at the victory parade in Bengaluru. Prayers for the families affected. Hope everyone stays safe. 🙏
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) June 4, 2025
