Security Concerns For Virat Kohli Prompt RCB To Cancel Practice Ahead Of IPL 2024 Eliminator Vs RR

IPL 2024 Eliminator RCB vs RR: In an unexpected turn of events, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru?have cancelled their sole practice session ahead of their crucial IPL 2024 eliminator match against Rajasthan Royals. The session, which was supposed to?take place?at the Gujarat College Ground in Ahmedabad, was called off without any official explanation.

A?report from?Bengali daily Anandabazar Patrika revealed that Gujarat police officials hinted the cancellation was due to a security threat against star batter Virat Kohli.?Acting swiftly on this tip, Gujarat Police arrested four suspects at Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The suspects?were found?with several arms, sensitive video clips, and communications that suggested potential terror activities.

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Both RCB and Rajasthan Royals?were informed?of the potential threat. While the Royals went ahead with their practice session, RCB decided to abstain from?any?outdoor activities as a precaution.

Kohli is?a national treasure:?GJ?Police

"Virat Kohli learned about the arrests after arriving in Ahmedabad. He is a national treasure, and his security is our utmost priority," said police officer Vijay Singh Jwala. "RCB did not want to take a risk. They informed us that there would be no practice session. Rajasthan Royals were also informed about the development, but they had no problems going ahead with their practice," he added.

In response to the threat, security around RCB's hotel has?been significantly increased. A separate entry corridor, accessible only by the team and management, has been established to ensure Kohli's safety. Even IPL-related media personnel are not allowed in this secure area.

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On the other hand, the Rajasthan Royals arrived at the ground using a green corridor, escorted by three police vehicles. Players who attended the training session were heavily guarded, with police officials patrolling the entire ground.?Notably,?players Ravichandran Ashwin, Riyan Parag, and Yuzvendra Chahal opted to stay at the hotel, while team captain Sanju Samson arrived late.

This development has added an unexpected layer of tension to the already high-stakes eliminator?match,?as both teams prepare under heightened security measures.

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