Stampede near Chinnaswamy Stadium Highlights: 11 dead, 33 injured during RCB victory celebrations

At least 11 people have died and 33 have been injured in the stampede at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh has reacted to the tragic news.

Heartbreaking 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, 2025

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra took to his social media handle to react to the Chinnaswamy stadium stampede.

Speechless. 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, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reacted to the tragioc stampede at the Chinnaswamy Stadium during RCB’s IPL victory celebrations on Wednesday.  At least 11 people have died and 33 others are injured.

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, 2025

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla has said that everyone should work together to deal with the situation. He said the government did anticipate a stampede would occur outside the Chinnaswamy stadium.

#WATCH | Delhi: On Bengaluru stampede, BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla says, " Govt did stop the roadshow in order to avoid stampede or any such situation. But, it was not anticipated that a stampede would happen outside the stadium. Everybody should work together on the damage… pic.twitter.com/Ud6LVc28kE

— ANI (@ANI) June 4, 2025

The BJP has demanded a judicial inquiry into the stampede at M Chinnaswamy Stadium during the RCB victory celebrations.

#WATCH | Bengaluru: Karnataka BJP President BY Vijayendra arrives at Bowring and Lady Curzon Hospital to meet people who were injured in the stampede in Bengaluru.

He said, "More than 11 people have lost their lives. The chief minister should send the matter for a judicial… pic.twitter.com/ZoTjVaIyrX

— ANI (@ANI) June 4, 2025

Karnataka’s BJP president attacked the ruling Congress government for the stampede at the Chinnaswamy stadium. He asked the state government to take full responsibility.

#WATCH | Bengaluru: On the stampede during RCB victory celebrations, Karnataka BJP President BY Vijayendra says, "The state government should take full responsibility for this tragedy. When the whole country and Karnataka were celebrating RCB's victory, the state government's… pic.twitter.com/M7nUBc9vZN

— ANI (@ANI) June 4, 2025

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar has confirmed that a stampede occurred during the RCB victory celebrations. He will go to visit the injured at the hospital later.

#WATCH | Bengaluru | Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar says, "I have spoken to the Police Commissioner and everyone. I will also go to the hospital later. I do not want to disturb the doctors who are taking care of the patients. The exact number cannot be told now. We appeal to… pic.twitter.com/yo5cLfHYfX

— ANI (@ANI) June 4, 2025

Virat Kohli addressed the RCB fans at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, where he thanked them for their support and lauded Rajat Patidar.

#WATCH | Virat Kohli praises #RoyalChallengersBengaluru captain Rajat Patidar as RCB ended their 18-year-long wait and won their maiden IPL trophy yesterday after defeating Punjab Kings

"He will lead us for a long time," says Virat Kohli

(Visuals from M Chinnaswamy Stadium in… pic.twitter.com/V1W8GrR5Qg

— ANI (@ANI) June 4, 2025

Listen to RCB captain Rajat Patidar speak to the crowd at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Earlier, Kohli addressed the fans and thanked them for their support.

#WATCH | "RCB, RCB" echoes through the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru as #RoyalChallengersBengaluru fans turn up in huge numbers to welcome their champion team here pic.twitter.com/FzgvB0ZtZK

— ANI (@ANI) June 4, 2025

Visuals from the Vidhana Soudha, where the RCB team was felicitated earlier by the Karnataka CM and Deputy CM. The RCB team has reached the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, where the celebrations with the fans will continue.

#WATCH | Bengaluru | Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar felicitates the #IPL2025Champions #RoyalChallengersBengaluru at the Vidhana Soudha.#RoyalChallengersBengaluru clinched their first #IPL trophy yesterday after defeating Punjab Kings. pic.twitter.com/7aDKRA6gCM

— ANI (@ANI) June 4, 2025

A tragic incident occurred during RCB’s victory parade at Chinnaswamy stadium. As thousands of fans gathered to celebrate RCB’s maiden IPL title, a stampede-like situation broke out, leading to multiple injuries.

VIDEO | Fans climb trees and buses as massive crowds gather outside Chinnaswamy Stadium to catch a glimpse of IPL 2025 champions, Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/khqxFnpYRt

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 4, 2025

As the celebrations continue, light showers have started in the city. The team is expected to arrive at Chinnaswamy in few minutes.

#WATCH | Karnataka: Rain lashes parts of Bengaluru City; visuals from M Chinnaswamy Stadium

A large number of #RoyalChallengersBengaluru fans have gathered here to cheer and welcome their team.

The Karnataka State Cricket Association has organised a felicitation ceremony for… pic.twitter.com/NwesMuytOb

— ANI (@ANI) June 4, 2025

Check out what Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar said about RCB’s win and Virat Kohli’s connection with the state and franchise.

VIDEO | Bengaluru: On welcoming IPL champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru at HAL Airport, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar (@DKShivakumar) says:

"Virat Kohli, over the past 18 years, has dedicated his experience, his love, and his heart. He has made our state proud.… pic.twitter.com/dr0tmNaHjR

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 4, 2025

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has arrived at Vidhana Soudha for the grand felicitation ceremony to honour RCB’s IPL title win.

VIDEO | Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah (@siddaramaiah) arrives at Vidhana Soudha to attend the felicitation ceremony of Royal Challengers Bengaluru following their historic IPL 2025 victory.

(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/FlCc68kyiD

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 4, 2025

Preparations are underway at Vidhana Soudha to welcome the IPL champions. The RCB team is expected to arrive shortly and will be felicitated by the Karnataka Chief Minister.

#WATCH | Bengaluru, Karnataka | #IPL2025 champions #RoyalChallengersBengaluru to be felicitated by the Karnataka government at the Vidhana Soudha.#RoyalChallengersBengaluru clinched their first #IPL trophy yesterday after defeating Punjab Kings. pic.twitter.com/5kOys900my

— ANI (@ANI) June 4, 2025

A massive crowd of RCB fans have gathered to celebrate the historic IPL title win all across Bengaluru. This prompted police to use lathi charge to control the situation outside M Chinnaswamy Stadium.

#WATCH | Karnataka police use mild force to manage the crowd outside M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru

A large number of #RoyalChallengersBengaluru fans have arrived here to catch a glimpse of their champion team

A special felicitation ceremony has been organised by the… pic.twitter.com/lQvGEE2LNj

— ANI (@ANI) June 4, 2025