A complaint was filed with the Cubbon Park police station in Bengaluru on Friday against Indian cricketer and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) player Virat Kohli in connection with the stampede incident outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium that claimed the lives of 11 people and injured another 56.

Activist HM Venkatesh in his case alleged Virat Kohli promoted “gambling through IPL,” which incited the crowd and led to the tragedy.

Virat Kohli, star batsman of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), voiced his deep sorrow over the recent tragic incidents in Bengaluru. “At a loss for words. Absolutely gutted,” Kohli said, reflecting the shock felt by the team and fans alike.