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Security Breach In Champions Trophy: Pitch Invader Arrested After Scaring Rachin Ravindra

Akshita Patel

Pitch invader hindering security of Rachin Ravindra [Source: @LuciferCric/X.com]Pitch invader hindering security of Rachin Ravindra [Source: @LuciferCric/X.com]

Pakistan once again embroiled itself in controversy by having a pitch invader who jeopardised the players' safety during the New Zealand vs Bangladesh clash in the Champions Trophy 2025. The invader has been put behind bars and banned from entering the venue in future.

The 2025 Champions Trophy turned out to be Pakistan's nightmare since the host side got eliminated from the competition following defeats in the initial two games against New Zealand and India.

Intruder arrested after invading playing area

In a dramatic twist in the Champions Trophy 2025, there was a grave security failure at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. A pitch intruder was able to outsmart the security and embrace New Zealand cricketer Rachin Ravindra.

The intruder said to be with a picture of Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan president Saad Rizvi, was quickly apprehended and taken before the court.

Rachin Ravindra, who was playing his first match of the tournament after recovering from an injury, appeared visibly displeased as the invader approached him. Security personnel, however, came down quickly to take him out of the field.

As a penalty, the intruder has been arrested and permanently banned from watching cricket matches in Pakistan.

Indian Flag Wearing Man Detained, Thrashed At Gaddafi Stadium

Pakistan's organising of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has been marred with controversies, with the most recent event being held at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium. 

An Indian flag-wielding man was allegedly beaten and taken away by security officials. Video of the incident, which went viral on social media, indicates that the man was forcefully taken away and the Indian flag was taken from him by stadium officials. 

The identity and nationality of the man have not been confirmed by authorities, with widespread speculations.