Watch: Bangladesh fan Tiger Robi takes U-turn on assault claim, reveals real reason for hospitalization

Bangladesh fan Tiger Robi has given an update on his health while also revealing what happened in the stadium on day one of the ongoing India vs Bangladesh Test in Kanpur.

Sporting his trademark tiger attire, Robi was in the stands from the very start of the day. However, his stay in the stadium came to a premature end as he had to be hospitalized. Reports stated that the fan was assaulted by some locals before the police intervened and brought the situation under control.

In a video that has gone viral on social media, the fan could be seen struggling to speak as he was pointing out the injuries on his body. He was surrounded by a few police officials and the medical staff. The police and the local authorities then took Robi to a nearby hospital.

While Robi himself claimed that he was assaulted by the locals, the Uttar Pradesh police quickly denied it. The police stated that the fan's health deteriorated due to dehydration and had to be admitted to Regency Hospital.

Robi has now taken a U-turn on his earlier claim and has confirmed that he was hospitalized after his health deteriorated. He delivered an update on his health while lying on the hospital bed. In the video, Robi said that he was unwell and the police took him to the hospital.

"My health deteriorated and police brought me to the hospital for treatment. I am feeling better now," said Robi while also stating that he is from the Khulna district of Bangladesh.

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Bangladesh make a steady start:

Talking about the game, the opening day of the Test was marred by rain. The start of the second IND vs BAN Test was delayed due to rain and a wet outfield. Later, the day was called off early as rain arrived once again. Only 35 overs were bowled on the opening day after India won the toss and opted to field first.

Bangladesh were on 107/3 at the stumps. Akash Deep sent back both the openers Zakir Hasan (2) and Shadman Islam (24) before Mominul Haque and Najmul Hossain Shanto steadied the ship. The duo shared a 51-run stand for the third wicket. Ravichandran Ashwin broke the stand by dismissing Shanto for 31.