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Man wearing ‘Free Palestine' shirt interrupts ICC World Cup final match
The individual, dressed in red shorts, boldly displayed a white shirt with the message 'Stop bombing Palestine' emblazoned on the front and 'Free Palestine' on the back.
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Ahmedabad: In a surprising turn of events during the highly anticipated World Cup final between India and Australia at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, a spectator donning a 'Stop bombing Palestine' shirt breached security and entered the playing area.
The individual, dressed in red shorts, boldly displayed a white shirt with the message 'Stop bombing Palestine' emblazoned on the front and 'Free Palestine' on the back.
#INDvsAUSfinal #IsraelPalestineWar #Palestine_Genocide fan invaded world cup final . Stop bombing palestine written on tshirt pic.twitter.com/jEQT4ucFvi
— yuvastra (@yuvastra) November 19, 2023
Attempting to approach cricket captain Virat Kohli, the intruder's actions prompted a temporary suspension of the game as vigilant security personnel swiftly intervened, leading to his apprehension. The breach in security resulted in the authorities taking the individual into custody, causing a brief interruption in the World Cup final proceedings.
John from Australia. I support Palestine.... - Intruder who entered #INDvsAUSfinal pic.twitter.com/UfRm2IRpzF
— Megh Updates 🚨™ (@MeghUpdates) November 19, 2023
Following the removal of the pitch invader, heightened security measures were promptly enforced, ensuring the safe and secure continuation of the cricket match.
In the aftermath of the incident, the protester was questioned by the media as he was being escorted by authorities.
Providing insights into his motivation, the individual, identified as an Australian, stated that he sought to meet Virat Kohli and use the platform to voice his opposition to the ongoing conflict in Palestine.
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