Several Injured in Stampede at Ranchi’s JSCA Stadium During Jharkhand T20 League Final

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Ranchi: A stampede reportedly broke out at the JSCA International Stadium Complex in Ranchi evening during the final match of the inaugural Jharkhand Premier League 2026, leaving several spectators injured, according to Dainik Jagran.

What happened

The incident occurred during the JPL final between Chotanagpur Royals and Jamshedpur Steelers. Eyewitnesses said a sudden rush of fans trying to enter through Gate No. 3 after the toss triggered panic and a stampede-like situation. The match had free entry, which drew a massive crowd beyond capacity.

Videos circulating on social media show people jostling, with some falling as security personnel tried to control the crowd. Several injured were rushed to nearby hospitals, including RIMS Ranchi. The exact number of injured and the severity of injuries have not been officially confirmed yet.

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About the tournament

The Jharkhand T20 League 2026 began on June 10, with MS Dhoni attending the opening ceremony at JSCA Stadium. The league featured 6 teams, 24 league matches, and semifinals on June 22. All matches offered free entry and were telecast on Jio Hotstar and DD Sports.

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