At least 11 die in crowd chaos outside Indian cricket stadium

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A joyous cricket celebration turned tragic in Bengaluru as a crowd surge outside the stadium left at least 11 dead and dozens injured.

A crowd crush outside Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, India, claimed the lives of at least 11 people, with 47 others injured. The stampede occurred during celebrations for Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title. Thousands of jubilant fans surrounded the stadium, many without passes, attempting to force entry and get a glimpse of the team. Visuals showed people climbing walls and trees, and chaos intensified as police resorted to caning to control the crowd.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed sorrow, admitting that fan turnout exceeded expectations. Free passes were distributed online but were limited. 

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