Bandupant Tibile : “Man Beaten to Death over IPL Dismissal”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. “IPL match violence”
2. “Rohit Sharma dismissal incident”

In Mumbai, a man was tragically beaten to death for celebrating Rohit Sharma’s wicket during an Indian Premier League match. The 63-year-old victim, Bandupant Tibile, was a fan of the Chennai Super Kings team and got into an altercation with Mumbai Indians supporters after Sharma lost his wicket. The heated argument escalated into a violent assault with wooden sticks, resulting in Tibile succumbing to his injuries. The police have arrested two suspects, Balwant Mahadev Jhanjge and Sagar Sadashiv Jhanjge, in connection with the case. The authorities are investigating the incident further to uncover any additional details and potential involvement of other individuals.

Man Allegedly Beaten to Death for Celebrating Rohit Sharma’s Wicket During IPL Match in Mumbai

In a disturbing incident that has shocked the cricketing world, a 63-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death for celebrating Rohit Sharma’s wicket during an Indian Premier League match in Mumbai. The victim, identified as Bandupant Tibile, was a fan of the Chennai Super Kings team and was watching the match between Mumbai Indians and Hyderabad Sunrisers on March 27.

Altercation Over IPL Match Leads to Tragic Outcome

The tragic incident unfolded when Rohit Sharma lost his wicket while chasing a target of 278 runs in the 20-over match. Tibile, a passionate CSK fan, started celebrating Sharma’s dismissal and confidently proclaimed that Mumbai Indians would not be able to win the match. This declaration incited the MI supporters, leading to a heated argument between the two groups of fans.

The verbal altercation quickly escalated into a physical assault, with wooden sticks being used as weapons. Tibile sustained fatal injuries during the violent attack and fell unconscious at the scene. Despite being rushed to the hospital for treatment, the elderly man could not survive the severity of his injuries and tragically passed away.

Arrests Made in Connection with the Incident

Following Tibile’s death, the Kolhapur’s Karveer police launched an investigation and apprehended the alleged attackers, Balwant Mahadev Jhanjge (50) and his nephew Sagar Sadashiv Jhanjge (35). The suspects were presented before a local court, which remanded them to police custody for further questioning and investigation.

While the initial assessment by the police indicates that the argument over the IPL match was the primary catalyst for Tibile’s assault, authorities are probing for any additional motives or involvement of other individuals in the tragic incident. Kolhapur SP Mahendra Kamlakar Pandit confirmed the filing of an FIR under section 307 of IPC against the accused, with section 302 being added following the victim’s demise.

Seeking Justice for the Victim

The untimely demise of Bandupant Tibile has left the cricketing community in mourning, with calls for justice echoing across the nation. As investigations continue and legal proceedings unfold, the focus remains on ensuring that those responsible for this senseless act of violence are held accountable for their actions.

It is a stark reminder of the passion and intensity that sports evoke in fans, underscoring the importance of maintaining civility and respect even in the heat of competition. As the cricket fraternity reflects on this tragic incident, the hope is that such instances of violence and aggression can be prevented in the future through greater awareness and vigilance.