IND vs AUS 2nd Test: BCCI Takes Action As Crowd Chaos Hits India's Adelaide Nets Session
Fans were granted entry to the practice area at Adelaide Oval, resulting in a crowd of around 3,000 gathering during India's training session.
India, riding high on confidence with a 1-0 lead in IND vs AUS five-Test Border-Gavaskar series, aim to extend their winning streak as they face Australia in IND vs AUS 2nd Test in Adelaide. This highly awaited day-night clash, played with the pink ball, is set to begin on December 6 (Thursday).
Meanwhile, an unexpected incident during India's practice session has caused concern.
Fans were granted entry to the practice area at Adelaide Oval, resulting in a crowd of around 3,000 gathering during India's training session. Their unruly behavior created a chaotic environment and disrupted players' preparations.
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In contrast, Australian team enjoyed an undisturbed practice session with only 70 spectators in attendance.
Spectators shouted demands for selfies, urged players to hit sixes and fours, and even resorted to body-shaming comments.
"It was complete chaos. No one expected so many fans to turn up."
"Players were very disturbed by the rude and insensitive comments that were passed," a BCCI source shared with News 18.
"One supporter continuously urged a player to say 'hi' to him in Gujarati. Another cricketer was body-shamed," the source added.
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Following the incident, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) lodged a formal request with Cricket Australia (CA) to prohibit fan access during practice sessions for the remainder of IND vs AUS Border-Gavaskar Test series. CA has accepted this request, ensuring that the players will be able to train without interference moving forward.
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