INDORE – A man has been arrested for allegedly harassing and inappropriately touching two members of the Australian women’s cricket team in Indore, Indian police confirmed on Saturday.
The incident reportedly occurred on Thursday, a day after Australia’s six-wicket win over England in the Women’s World Cup group stage. According to police, the two players were walking from their hotel to a nearby café when they were approached by a man on a motorcycle.
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“The security officers of the women’s Australian cricket team filed a complaint that two members of the team faced inappropriate behaviour,” Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police Rajesh Dandotiya told Indian news agency ANI. “An FIR was registered, and the accused was identified and arrested following an intensive strategic operation.”
Authorities said the suspect has been charged under Sections 74 and 78 of the Indian Penal Code, which relate to assault or use of criminal force against a woman with the intent to outrage her modesty and stalking.
India’s cricket board (BCCI) Secretary Devajit Saikia called the incident “deeply regrettable and isolated,” commending the swift action of the Madhya Pradesh Police.
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“We appreciate the effective response in apprehending the accused. The law will take its due course to ensure justice is served,” Saikia said, adding that the BCCI would review and strengthen existing safety protocols for visiting players.