The Gujarat Police detained an Australian spectator who, supporting Palestine, breached security and hugged Virat Kohli during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 final between India and Australia at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday. The man has been taken to the Chandkheda Police Station in Ahmedabad.
The individual who breached security and entered the field during the India vs. Australia final match stated, ‘My name is John… I am from Australia. I entered (the field) to meet Virat Kohli. I support Palestine…’
A security breach occurred during the India vs. Australia World Cup final at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. In a significant security breach, a Palestinian supporter invaded the field and hugged Virat Kohli during the 14th over of India’s innings; however, he was quickly removed by security.
The Palestinian supporter was wearing a T-shirt with a ‘Free Palestine’ slogan and a mask with a Palestinian flag color theme as he invaded the field during the ongoing final match.”
