Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has broken its silence after 84 days regarding the stampede incident at the Chinnaswamy Stadium following their IPL 2025 title win.
Sports News: RCB clinched the IPL 2025 title by defeating Punjab Kings by 6 runs. This was RCB's first IPL trophy, and fans were ecstatic. The day after their victory, on June 4, a victory parade was organized in Bengaluru. However, a stampede occurred outside the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, tragically resulting in the deaths of 11 fans. 84 days after this painful incident, RCB has finally shared a post on X (formerly Twitter) addressing the matter.
What happened at Chinnaswamy?
In IPL 2025, RCB won the title by beating Punjab Kings by 6 runs. After winning the trophy for the first time, a victory parade was held for the team in Bengaluru. This parade took place outside the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4. During the celebrations, a stampede ensued, claiming the lives of 11 fans. This incident sent shockwaves through the entire cricket community. Following this tragic accident, RCB had not issued any statement on social media and maintained silence for nearly three months.
RCB's Social Media Post
84 days after the stampede, RCB shared an emotional message with its fans, the '12th Man Army'. The team stated that their silence was not an absence but a way of expressing grief. In their post, RCB wrote that the incident on June 4 had broken the team's heart, and the subsequent silence was a symbol of their empathy and sorrow.
The team further stated in the post, "We mourned, listened, understood, and slowly moved beyond reaction to create something new. This is where 'RCB Cares' was born. This initiative stemmed from the need to honor, nurture, and stand with our fans."
'RCB Cares': The Objective of the New Initiative
- To assist the injured fans and their families in the stampede.
- To provide a compensation of ₹10 Lakhs each to the families of the 11 deceased fans.
- To maintain a lasting relationship with the fans and ensure their safety and well-being.
RCB clarified that their return to social media was not merely a formality but a way to assure fans that the team stands with them. The team also conveyed through the post that they are back not to celebrate, but for care and shared experiences. The team stated that this initiative is a medium to bring their fans and community together.
