IND vs AUS WC Final: Play Briefly Halted As Pro-Palestine Supporter 'Heckles' Virat Kohli — IN PICS
India vs Australia World Cup Final 2023 pro-Palestine supporter enters pitch approaches Virat Kohli narendra modi stadium Ahmedabad see pics
The individual, donning a 'FREE PALESTINE' t-shirt and a distinctive green, red, white, and black facemask, made his way towards Kohli. (Photo: Getty Images)
This occurrence follows a series of protests worldwide against the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, gaining momentum after Hamas' attack on Israel on October 7. (Photo: Getty Images)
Notably, this is not the first instance of a pitch invader causing a disturbance during the Australia vs India matches in this tournament. (Photo: Getty Images)
Before this incident, British prankster Daniel Jarvis, known as Jarvo 69, infiltrated the field of play last month wearing an India kit and approached Virat Kohli. (Photo: Getty Images)
Security breach during the India versus Australia ICC World Cup 2023 Final match, at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. (Photo: Getty Images)
The pro-Palestine supporter was apprehended by security, removed from the field and play resumed. (Photo: Getty Images)
The man was later brought to the Chandkheda Police Station in Ahmedabad. (Photo: ANI Video Screenshot)
Speaking to ANI, he identified himself as John from Australia. I entered (the field) to meet Virat Kohli. I support Palestine, he said. (Photo: ANI Video Screenshot)