Police in Andhra Pradesh arrested 18 people after alleged vandalism during Royal Challengers Bengaluru's IPL 2026 title celebrations in Kurnool. According to police, fans damaged APSRTC buses, a private bus and other property after RCB beat Gujarat Titans in the final. CCTV footage, social media videos and technical evidence were used to identify suspects. Further arrests may follow.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) historic second consecutive Indian Premier League (IPL) title triumph was marred by incidents of vandalism in parts of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. As many as 18 people were arrested for allegedly damaging public and private property during victory celebrations.
The arrests were made following a late-night disturbance near Raj Vihar Centre in Kurnool after RCB defeated the Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 final on Sunday. According to police, large crowds of cricket fans poured onto the streets to celebrate the franchise's back-to-back championship victory.
Private buses vandalised
During the celebrations, a group of fans allegedly vandalised several vehicles, including a private bus and Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) buses. Windows were smashed, and damage was also reported to roadside infrastructure and private property.
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