Two Australian Women Players M0lested In India During Women’s World Cup

Two players from Australia’s women’s cricket team were reportedly molested by a motorcyclist in Indore, India, on Thursday morning.

The incident took place as the players were walking to a cafe on Thursday, following Australia’s win against England in Indore the previous day.

“CA can confirm two members of the Australian Women’s team were approached and touched inappropriately by a motorcyclist while walking to a cafe in Indore,” Cricket Australia stated. “The matter was reported by team security to police, who are handling the matter.”

Rajesh Dandotiya, the additional district commissioner of police, Indore crime branch, confirmed an arrest was made.

“The security in-charge manager of the Australian team filed a complaint regarding inappropriate behaviour toward two players. We conducted a thorough strategic operation and apprehended the suspect, Aqeel. He is from Khajrana but currently resides in Azad Nagar. He has a prior criminal record.

“The Indore Police Commissionerate held discussions with stakeholders, BCCI, and MPCA, after which security measures were implemented. We are investigating where the security protocol failed. The incident occurred on October 23 around 11am, and within six hours, we executed a strategic operation and arrested the suspect. It happened as they were heading to a cafe from Hotel Radisson.”

Devajit Saikia, BCCI secretary, called the incident “very condemnable” and promised to “revisit our safety protocols if required.”

The Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA) issued a statement expressing that it was “deeply pained and shocked by the disturbing incident of misconduct and inappropriate behaviour with two players from the Australian Women’s Cricket Team in Indore.

No woman should ever have to endure such trauma, and our thoughts and support are with those impacted by this distressing incident. This unfortunate event has deeply affected everyone from MPCA who cherishes the values of respect, safety, and dignity of women. It is truly inspiring to see the players rise above this painful experience and continue to compete with courage and determination, carrying the pride of their nation on their shoulders in the match against South Africa.

“Over the years, Indore has earned a proud reputation as a safe venue for visiting teams and dignitaries from other fields. It is deeply painful that the disorderly action of one individual has caused such harm and cast a shadow over the city’s image. As the host, MPCA extends sincere apologies to the Australian Women’s team for this deeply distressing and unfortunate incident while in our city known for safety, grace, and hospitality.”

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