Just days before the Women’s World Cup semifinal between India and Australia, a horrifying incident has shaken the cricket world. Two Australian players were stalked and molested in Indore and in broad daylight. While the accused was arrested within hours, the damage is far deeper. The assault has sparked massive outrage, raising questions about safety, accountability, and India’s image as a sporting host. The BCCI and Cricket Australia have condemned the act, promising tighter security and a zero-tolerance stance. But is that enough? From Sunil Gavaskar’s furious reaction to tone-deaf comments by leaders, the incident has turned into a national moment of reckoning. Rupha Ramani with details.
