
ICC World Cup | Spectator invades field of play during India-Australia final to meet Virat Kohli
The Hindu
Security breach at Narendra Modi Stadium during India-Australia World Cup final. Palestinian supporter invaded field, hugged Virat Kohli, quickly removed by security. India unbeaten in 10 games, chasing five, defending five. Australia lost two, won eight to reach final. India aiming for 3rd title, Australia 6th.
During the ICC Cricket World Cup final between India and Australia, a security breach took place at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium amid live action.
In a massive security breach, a Palestinian supporter invaded the field and hugged Virat Kohli during the 14th over of India's innings; however, he was quickly removed by the security.
Amid deafening noise at a full house at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Australia skipper Pat Cummins won the toss and opted to bowl first against India in the World Cup final on November 19.
The Indian team waltzed into the final unbeaten after playing 10 games, chasing five of the matches while defending totals in five.
On the other hand, Australia, after losing two games on the bounce at the start of the tournament, recovered to win eight consecutive matches thereafter to reach the final.India will be looking to lift their third World Cup title, while Australia will be aiming to clinch their sixth trophy.













