Delhi cricket fans breached security at the Arun Jaitley Stadium for the second time during the Ranji Trophy clash between Delhi and Railways, rushing to meet Virat Kohli on the field and halting the game. On Day 3, as Delhi took the field after building a 133-run lead, three fans managed to evade security and reached Kohli to touch his feet. Although security personnel quickly intervened, the incident raised serious concerns about crowd management at the stadium.

This marked the second such breach, following a similar disruption on Day 1, when a fan rushed onto the field and was dragged out by security. The hype surrounding Kohli’s return to the Ranji Trophy after 12 years has been immense, leading to significant security challenges. Even before the match began, a stampede-like situation unfolded as fans scrambled to enter the stadium, leaving several injured. Near the stadium gates, injured fans received treatment from the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) security team and police. While one fan needed a leg bandage, a security guard also sustained injuries while attempting to manage the situation.

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Initially, the DDCA had planned to open only two stands at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, but the overwhelming demand prompted the opening of a third stand to accommodate the massive crowd. Despite Kohli’s underwhelming performance in the first innings, where he was dismissed by Railways pacer Himanshu Sangwan for just six runs, fans continued to flock to the stadium in hopes of witnessing the star batter redeem himself in the second innings.

The incidents have highlighted the need for better crowd management and stricter security measures to ensure the safety of players, officials, and spectators. Kohli’s presence in the match has undoubtedly reignited excitement for domestic cricket, but the repeated breaches serve as a reminder that such enthusiasm must be managed responsibly to maintain the integrity of the game. Fans will now hope Kohli delivers on the hype in the second innings, but organizers must address these recurring security lapses immediately.