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Mint
4 days ago
- Sport
- Mint
Bengaluru Chinnaswamy Stadium declared ‘unsafe' after RCB stampede; Women's WC 2025, IPL 2026 matches in doubt
Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium has been deemed "unsuitable and unsafe for mass gathering" by the Justice John Michael D'Cunha Commission appointed by the Karnataka Government. The statement comes as some big-ticket matches are scheduled to be held at the venue later in the year, including the Women's World Cup matches. The one-man commission was set up by the Karnataka government earlier in the year after a stampede killed 11 fans and injured many others during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL-winning celebrations. "The design and structure of the stadium was unsuitable and unsafe for mass gathering," the commission stated in its report before the Karnataka cabinet, as quoted by news agency PTI. Notably, Chinnaswamy Stadium is scheduled to host the opening match and the final of the ICC Women's World Cup later in the year, but the latest observation and its acceptance by the Karnataka government could have wider implications on those matches. The commission cited issues with Chinnaswamy Stadium's 'design and structure' that make it 'unsuitable and unsafe' for mass gatherings. It further noted that continuing to hold such events could pose 'unacceptable risks to public safety'. "Given these systemic limitations, the commission strongly recommends that stadium authorities consider relocating events that are expected to attract large crowds to venues that are better suited for such large gatherings," the commission noted. In order to avoid such tragic incidents in the future, the commission suggested remedial measures such as 'adequate entry-exit gates for mass entry and exit (ingress and egress), and emergency evacuation plans compliant with international safety norms.' Meanwhile, the panel has also recommended legal action against KSCA chief Raghuram Bhat, ex-secretary A Shankar, and ex-treasurer ES Jairam—the two office-bearers had resigned after the stampede while taking 'moral responsibility' for the incident. It also recommends action against RCB vice-president Rajesh Menon, DNA Entertainment Networks MD T Venkat Vardhan, and VP Sunil Mathur.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
I'm taking a youngster's place: Veda Krishnamurthy calls it quits
Veda Krishnamurthy (ICC Photo) BENGALURU: A gawky youngster from Kadur, in the picturesque district of Chikkamagaluru, once took the Karnataka women's cricket circuit by storm. Barely a teenager, she struck the ball fearlessly, was silver-quick on the field and was backed by infectious energy. In a state where there was a shortfall of emerging stars among women cricketers, Veda Krishnamurthy 's arrival was a breath of fresh air. At 13, she made her Karnataka debut. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! For the next 18 years, she served the game well, excelling both at national and international level. On Friday evening, in an emotional social-media post, the 32-year-old called time on her playing career. 'From a small-town girl with big dreams to wearing the India jersey with pride, grateful for everything. 'Cricket gave me the lessons, the people, and the memories. It's time to say goodbye to playing, but not to the game,' she stated. Veda will be best remembered for being a part of the turnaround generation of Indian women's cricket, which fought its way through to the title contest of the ICC Women's World Cup against England at Lord's in 2017. Speaking to TOI, Veda, who hasn't been seen in India colours since the 2020 T20 World Cup final in Australia, said, 'I felt the time was right. The national selectors are clear that there are no comebacks and in domestic cricket, I feel I'm taking away a place from a youngster.' Shardul Thakur opens up on being under bowled, gives inside details on Rishabh Pant It was a well-thought-out decision with a focus on the future. 'I knew the day would come,' said Veda, who featured in the second edition of the Women's Premier League for Gujarat Giants. 'I feel the Karnataka team is in the right place now with a good mix of talent and experience. I've been mentoring the girls for the past couple of years, and I leave the team a satisfied person.' Veda, who featured in 48 ODIs and 76 T20Is for the country, termed the 2017 World Cup final (50 overs) and the T20 World Cup title contest in 2020 as key moments in her career. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
India.com
4 days ago
- Sport
- India.com
Veteran India Batter Announces Retirement From Professional Cricket; Check Details
Veda Krishnamurthy, who represented India in both the ODI and T20I format, has announced her retirement from professional cricket. Veda represented India in 48 ODIs and 76 T20Is, scoring 829 runs and 875 runs respectively. The former India international had last played a T20I match in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup Final in Melbourne in 2020 while she donned the ODI colours last in 2018. She took to social media to announce her retirement. While announcing her retirement, Veda also added that she was ready to give back to the game. "A small-town girl with big dreams. That's how it all started in Kadur. I picked up a bat not knowing where it would take me. But I knew I loved the game. I never imagined it would take me this far from narrow streets to the biggest stadiums, from quiet hopes to proudly wearing the Indian jersey. Cricket gave me so much more than just a career. It gave me a sense of who I am. It taught me how to fight, how to fall and how to keep showing up. Today, with a full heart, I'm calling time on this chapter," Krishnamurthy said in her post. Apart from her India career, Veda also captained Karnataka and Railways in the domestic circuit. In 2023, she led Karnataka to runners-up finish in the Senior Women's One Day Trophy for successive years in 2021-22 and 2022-23. "To my parents and siblings, especially my sister, thank you for being my first team and my constant strength. To my coaches, captains and mentors, thank you for shaping me. To BCCI, thank you for trusting me with the honour of representing India. To KSCA, Railways and KIOC, thank you for giving me the space to grow," she further wrote. "To my teammates, you made every bit of this journey worth it. We've shared everything - wins, losses and laughs that will stay with me forever. You were never just teammates. You were family. To my friends, thank you for being there, especially when no one was watching. Captaining Karnataka and Railways was an honour I'll always hold close. Those teams shaped me, challenged me, and gave me space to lead with heart. And India... nothing comes to the feeling of wearing that jersey. The anthem, the Adrenaline, the pride - it lives in your bones forever," she added. In her retirement post, Veda also wrote about how she felt proud to be a part of the team in 2017 - a remarkable year for women's cricket in India, when the team reached the ICC Women's World Cup final at Lord's. "And 2017... what a year to be part of a World Cup that changed how people saw women's cricket in India. I'll always be proud of that. To the physios, trainers, seelctors, and every single person who worked behind the scenes, thank you," she wrote. "This game gave me everything. And I'll always be grateful for it. Now it's time to give back. Whatever the role, whatever the way, I'm here for the game. I truly believe this second innings will be just as meaningful. I played with fire in my heart and pride in every step. Always for the team. Always for India," she concluded. Her final on-field appearance came during WPL 2024, where she represented Gujarat Giants. She has also worked as a commentator and broadcaster.
Canada News.Net
4 days ago
- Sport
- Canada News.Net
Indian batter Veda Krishnamurthy announces retirement from international cricket
New Delhi [India], July 25 (ANI): India batter Veda Krishnamurthy has bid adieu to international cricket after representing India in 48 ODIs and 76 T20Is, scoring 829 runs and 875 runs respectively. The former India international last played a T20I match in the 2020 ICC Women's T20 World Cup Final, while she last wore the ODI colours in 2018, according to the ICC website. While announcing her retirement, Krishnamurthy also added that she was ready to give back to the game. 'From a small-town girl with big dreams to wearing the India jersey with pride. Grateful for everything cricket gave me the lessons, the people, the memories. It's time to say goodbye to playing, but not to the game. Always for India. Always for the team,' Krishnamurthy said in her post. A hard-hitting middle-order batter, Veda also captained Karnataka and Railways in the domestic circuit. In 2023, she led Karnataka to a runners-up finish in the Senior Women's One Day Trophy for two consecutive years, 2021-22 and 2022-23. They went down to domestic powerhouse Railways by six runs in the title clash in February 2023. In her retirement post, she also wrote about how she felt proud to be a part of the team in 2017 - a remarkable year for women's cricket in India, when the team reached the ICC Women's World Cup final at Lord's. 'Nothing comes close to the feeling of wearing that jersey. The anthem, the adrenaline, the pride - it lives in your bones forever. a year. To be a part of a World Cup that changed how people saw Women's Cricket in India, I will always be proud of that.' (ANI)
Int'l Cricket Council
4 days ago
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
Veteran India batter announces international retirement
While announcing her retirement, Krishnamurthy also added that she was ready to give back to the game. "From a small-town girl with big dreams to wearing the India jersey with pride. Grateful for everything cricket gave me the lessons, the people, the memories. It's time to say goodbye to playing, but not to the game. Always for India. Always for the team," Krishnamurthy said in her post. In her retirement post she also wrote about how she felt proud to be a part of the team in 2017 - a remarkable year for women's cricket in India, when the team reached the ICC Women's World Cup final at Lord's. "Nothing comes close to the feeling of wearing that jersey. The anthem, the adrenaline, the pride - it lives in your bones forever. a year. To be a part of a World Cup that changed how people saw Women's Cricket in India I will always be proud of that."
