Virat Kohli's arrest demanded after Bengaluru stampede tragedy

On the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), the hashtags #ArrestKohli and #ShameOnRCB have been trending over the past 24 hours. These calls demand the arrest of the former Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain following the tragic stampede at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on June 4.

Virat Kohli fulfilled his long-awaited dream of winning the IPL title as RCB secured a six-run victory over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final on June 3 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Kohli has been with the franchise since its inception in 2008. He was the top scorer for RCB in the final, with 43 off 35 balls.

Bengaluru Stampede During RCB’s Victory Parade Claimed 11 Lives

After Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their first-ever IPL title on Tuesday, the city erupted in celebration. Fans poured into the streets, danced with joy, and lit up Bengaluru overnight. The franchise announced an official victory parade and felicitation event at the stadium on Wednesday.

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However, earlier plans for a roadshow were cancelled following government orders due to a shortage of security personnel. Despite the cancellation, massive crowds gathered around the stadium, hoping to see the team and celebrate the historic win.

As fans surged toward the venue, the police struggled to manage the overwhelming turnout. Chaos ensued, leading to a tragic stampede that claimed 11 lives and left many injured. A moment of joy for the city ended in heartbreak, with families mourning the loss of loved ones during the occasion.

Bengaluru Police Opposed RCB Felicitation at Vidhana Soudha

There were questions raised about who should be held accountable — the players, the franchise, the event organizers, the cricket board, the police, or the government. Social media erupted with criticism, focusing on the failures in planning, crowd control, and communication.

Public anger further increased after reports emerged that the Bengaluru Police had not supported holding the RCB felicitation at Vidhana Soudha. The disconnect between the Siddaramaiah-led state government and the Karnataka State Cricket Association fueled the backlash even more.

Virat Kohli Faces Social Media Heat With #ArrestKohli Trend

Virat Kohli enjoyed an outstanding batting season. He scored a total of 657 runs across 14 innings with an impressive average of 54.75. The right-handed batter was the third leading run-scorer in the tournament.

🚨 Head of RCB Franchise - Rajesh Menon house has been raided by Bengaluru police and HE IS NOW ABSCONDING.#ArrestKohli @RCBtweets @imVkohli pic.twitter.com/3skk1DPTSO

— CSK Fans Army™ (@CSKFansArmy) June 6, 2025

Now they will say - ChatGPT is biased. 😞

Shame on RCB | #arrestkohli pic.twitter.com/oHPJGfV4CK

— Abhinav MSDian™ (@Abhinav_hariom) June 5, 2025

Feels everybody need to listen this#ArrestKohli pic.twitter.com/Qt9YYQRazx

— Nish🌸 (@legalwithnish) June 6, 2025

Nikhil Sosale of RCB arrested from airport..
He is the same guy whose wife rose to fame as Anushka Sharma's bff on ipl match days..now u know why Kohli and Anushka ran to london. #ArrestKohli pic.twitter.com/z1fJF0apij

— Saurabh (@sirothiasaurabh) June 6, 2025

Arnab Goswami🎙️ splitting facts on characterless cricketer @imVkohli 🤡

SHAME ON RCB #ArrestKohli#banglorestampedepic.twitter.com/o1gS7GMkbv

— ᴠᴇɴᴋᴀ𝟽ᴋᴜᴍᴀʀᴍsᴅɪᴀɴ🚩 (@venkyy_rc) June 5, 2025

You cried over a franchise league win, but where were those tears when a fan died because of your selfish choice? 😤

Virat Kohli, you’ve lost every bit of respect from us. Leaving early for London cost loyal fans their lives — and you don’t even seem to care. 💔 #ArrestKohli pic.twitter.com/CAbEFqHgPb

— Ajit Kumar (@AjitKumar144417) June 5, 2025

Who made this 😭😭😭#ArrestKohli pic.twitter.com/fYTKPZhUf4

— 🕊️ (@amanlaheri24) June 6, 2025

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