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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Pitch report: How Bengaluru's netas padded up for big fight
For once, politicians felt the pulse of the people and set up huge screens in open grounds to beam live the gladiatorial IPL title clash in Bengaluru and also neighbouring Hoskote Tuesday night. At BGS Ground in MC Layout, Vijayanagar, thousands of RCB fans got together to watch the match. The event was organised by Vijayanagar MLA M Krishnappa and his son Govindarajanagar MLA Priya Krishna. The stadium had huge LED lights, food stalls and music to entertain the crowd. Priya Krishna told TOI: "It is only sports that can bring people from all walks of life together. We should have more such public gatherings to unite people." Organisers had made seating arrangements for an audience of 10,000 at the ground, whose capacity was 30,000. Police said the ground was overrun by supporters. To serve the basic needs of fans, 20 e-toilets — 10 each for men and women — had been set up. A similar screening was organised at Chandini Chowk Circle in Bengaluru Shivajinagar, courtesy MLA Rizwan Arshad. A massive crowd was seen enjoying the match standing at the junction. MLA Sharath Bachegowda hosted a similar event for his constituents at Hoskote, near Bengaluru.
United News of India
4 days ago
- Sport
- United News of India
RCB final screening at BGS stadium, free auto rides arranged
Bengaluru, June 3 (UNI) With the high-octane IPL clash between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Punjab Kings (PBKS) taking place in Ahmedabad on Tuesday evening, Congress MLA M Krishnappa and his children have organised a largescale public screening at the BGS Stadium here to cater to cricket enthusiasts unable to travel out of the city. The event, aimed at recreating a stadium-like experience, features giant LED screens measuring 24, 50, and 55 feet, along with multiple 20x10 feet auxiliary displays across the venue. The ground is expected to accommodate a minimum of 20,000 spectators. "The event is being organised by honourable MLA M Krishnappa, and his children - Priya Krishna and Pradeep Krishnappa. Every effort has been made to give fans the real feel of being inside a stadium," organisers said. The arrangements include live drum performances, DJ shows, and the participation of professional cheer teams known to support RCB at live matches. In a gesture of fan solidarity, a city auto driver has offered free rides within Bengaluru limits till 6 PM today. "Yes, it's real. Anyone can travel in my auto without paying a single rupee. It's my small tribute to RCB and the spirit of the game," he said. The event is drawing large fans, with organisers urging attendees to arrive early to secure seats. Security and traffic arrangements have been made in coordination with local authorities. UNI BDN PRS
