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"Just A Case Of...": UP Police On Row Over Bangladesh Super Fan During Kanpur Test

Tiger Robi, a Bangladeshi supporter who was allegedly beaten and heckled in the second Test match between India and Bangladesh, is said to be fine and was taken to hospital for a checkup, confirmed UP Police. Robi, a fan from Dhaka, was allegedly beaten and heckled by spectators at Green Park Stadium and was taken to the Regency Hospital by the police. According to a statement by a police official at the stadium, Robi had been feeling unwell before arriving and fainted due to the heat in the unauthorised C-upper stand, which had been closed by the Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) over structural concerns. "He is fine now, and we took him to Regency Hospital for a check-up. There was no assault, just a case of heat exhaustion," the police official said.

"Let India Have A Bad Game...": Bangladesh Cricketer's Bold Remark On Gautam Gambhir's 'Real Character'

Former Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal has shared his views on Gautam Gambhir's tenure as head coach of the Indian team thus far. Gambhir took over the reigns in July this year, replacing T20 World Cup-winning head coach Rahul Dravid. The former India opener took charge with a big reputation, having mastermined Kolkata Knight Riders' Indian Premier League triumph earlier this year. In his first Test incharge of the team, India hammered Bangladesh by 280 runs in Chennai last week. However, Tamim feels its too early to judge Gambhir.

India vs Bangladesh "Attention-Seeker" - Report Makes Big Claim On Bangladesh Super Fan Amid Kanpur Test Row

A well-known Bangladesh cricket team fan, who dresses as a tiger, had to be hospitalised during Day 1 of the second Test match between India and Bangladesh in Kanpur on Friday. Robi, who is often seen on camera waving a Bangladeshi flag with tiger make-up on his face, was in stand C of the Green Park Stadium and he was carried out of the venue in an incident that he first claimed to be a case of physical assault. However, in a statement issued from his hospital bed later, he said he merely felt unwell and was given the necessary assistance by the local police.

Akash Deep, R Ashwin Strike But Rain Takes The Win On Day 1 Of Kanpur Test

Pacer Akash Deep was impressive in a probing opening spell while Ravichandran Ashwin removed the dangerous Bangladesh skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto before rain halted India's progress in the second Test on the opening day, here Friday. Given the forecast, it was expected to be a weather-hit contest from the beginning. Only 35 overs could be bowled after Rohit Sharma invited Bangladesh to bat in overcast conditions as visitors struggled to 107 for three after a brief resistance through Shanto (31).

Rohit Sharma's Stunned Reaction To Akash Deep's Successful DRS Call Is Viral

India pacer Akash Deep retained his place in the playing XI despite talks over playing an extra spinner in the 2nd Test against Bangladesh in Kanpur. After toss was delayed for an hour, India opted to bowl at the Green Park Stadium amid overcast conditions. After the Indian bowlers failed to utilise the conditions, Rohit introduced Akash into the attack in the 9th over of Bangladesh's first innings. And the pacer repaid the trust by dismissing opener Zakir Hasan on the third ball for a 24-ball duck.

Bangladesh Team's Super Fan Allegedly Beaten Up During Kanpur Test, Taken To Hospital

As India and Bangladesh cricket teams toil inside the Green Pak Stadium in Kanpur on Friday, a piece of disappointing news has emerged from the stands. Bangladesh team's super fan Tiger Roby was allegedly beaten by some Team India fans. The police had to intervene and take Roby to a nearby hospital for treatment. The incident took place on Day 1 of the second Test between the two teams. It isn't yet clear as to what led to such a fight between local fans and Roby.

India vs Bangladesh: Kanpur Test Hires Langurs For Security During Match. Here's Why

The Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) has gone a step ahead in their attempt to keep the monkey menace at the Green Park stadium in Kanpur for the second Test between India and Bangladesh. Monkeys tend to snatch food and other items such as mobile phones from the spectators, arriving at the venue to watch a cricket match. Expecting an elevated struggle against monkeys for the duration of the second Test in Kanpur, the stadium authorities devised a rather unique plan.

Watch: Groundsman's Gesture For Virat Kohli Ahead Of Kanpur Test Goes Viral

India captain Rohit Sharma opted to bowl first after the toss for the second Test against Bangladesh was delayed for an hour due to a wet outfield. With overcast conditions on offer, India named an unchanged side with three pacers getting the nod. Bangladesh, on the other hand, made two changes to the team for the match, which could be former skipper Shakib Al Hasan's last outing in the format. Pacer Khaled Ahmed and left-arm spinner Taijul Islam replaced seamers Taskin Ahmed and Nahid Rana, following the 280-run loss in the series-opener in Chennai last week.

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"Just A Case Of...": UP Police On Row Over Bangladesh Super Fan During Kanpur Test

"Let India Have A Bad Game...": Bangladesh Cricketer's Bold Remark On Gautam Gambhir's 'Real Character'

India vs Bangladesh "Attention-Seeker" - Report Makes Big Claim On Bangladesh Super Fan Amid Kanpur Test Row

Akash Deep, R Ashwin Strike But Rain Takes The Win On Day 1 Of Kanpur Test

Rohit Sharma's Stunned Reaction To Akash Deep's Successful DRS Call Is Viral

Bangladesh Team's Super Fan Allegedly Beaten Up During Kanpur Test, Taken To Hospital

India vs Bangladesh: Kanpur Test Hires Langurs For Security During Match. Here's Why

Watch: Groundsman's Gesture For Virat Kohli Ahead Of Kanpur Test Goes Viral