Tragic Stampede Claims Lives After RCB's IPL Victory Celebration

Devastating Incident Following RCB's Win

The joyous celebration of Royal Challengers Bangalore's (RCB) IPL victory turned into a heartbreaking tragedy when a stampede occurred outside the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, resulting in the loss of 11 lives. A large crowd of fans had gathered to see the RCB players after their significant win in IPL 2025, but the police struggled to manage the overwhelming number of attendees. Many public figures expressed their sorrow over the incident and extended condolences to the victims' families.

Reactions from Celebrities

Kamal Haasan expressed his sorrow regarding the incident on social media, stating, "This heart-wrenching tragedy in Bangalore has left me deeply distressed. My thoughts are with the families of the victims during this difficult time. I wish a swift recovery for the injured."

Heart wrenching tragedy in Bangalore. Deeply distressed and my heart reaches out to the families of the victims in this moment of grief. May the injured recover soon.

— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) June 4, 2025

RCB's Official Statement

Anushka Sharma shared RCB's official statement on her Instagram, which expressed deep sorrow over the tragic events. The statement emphasized the importance of safety and well-being, stating, "We are profoundly saddened by the unfortunate incidents reported regarding public gatherings in Bengaluru as fans awaited the team's arrival. We mourn the loss of lives and extend our heartfelt condolences to the affected families. Upon learning of the situation, we adjusted our plans and adhered to the local administration's guidance. We urge all supporters to prioritize their safety."

Government Response

The Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka also addressed the shocking incident and met with the victims' families. He remarked, "We are devastated by this tragic event, which should never have occurred. We did not foresee such a massive turnout—while the stadium accommodates 35,000, over 300,000 people gathered. To the families who have lost loved ones, we offer our deepest condolences. Words cannot express our sorrow, but we stand with you in your grief. Your pain is our pain, and we share in this sorrow."

We are heartbroken by this tragic incident. This should have never happened.

We did not anticipate such an overwhelming crowd - while the stadium holds 35,000, over 3 lakh people had gathered.

To the families who have lost loved ones - we extend our deepest condolences. Words… pic.twitter.com/ExlnG9it8Y

— DK Shivakumar (@DKShivakumar) June 4, 2025

Virat Kohli's Acknowledgment

In the wake of their IPL 2025 victory, Virat Kohli expressed gratitude towards the fans for their unwavering support. He stated, "This victory belongs to the fans as much as it does to the team. After 18 long years, I have dedicated my youth and experience to this team. Each season, I stepped onto the field with hope and a determination to win. To finally achieve this moment is beyond belief."

Historic Win for RCB

This marks the first IPL championship for Royal Challengers Bangalore, who had previously reached the finals in 2009, 2011, and 2016.