Chinnaswamy Stadium removed from Women World Cup 2025
In a major change, Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium was dropped as a host venue for the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025, raising questions across the cricketing community. So Let’s take a look at Chinnaswamy Stadium removed from Women World Cup 2025.
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RCB Parade Tragedy Casts Shadow on Chinnaswamy
The primary reason for Chinnaswamy Stadium’s removal lies in the aftermath of the stampede that occurred during the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) IPL victory parade in June 2025. The incident, which resulted in the death of 11 fans and injuries to over 50, shocked the nation and led to intense scrutiny of stadium management. As per reports, local authorities and the Karnataka police did not grant clearance for major matches at the venue following judicial findings deeming the stadium unsafe for handling large crowds. This tragic event directly influenced the decision to exclude Chinnaswamy Stadium from the World Cup schedule.
DY Patil Stadium and Guwahati Step In as Replacement Venues
Besides concerns over crowd safety and lack of permission from civil authorities, the ICC cited “unforeseen circumstances” for relocating matches, including the opener and a possible semifinal, away from Bengaluru. The DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai stepped in to replace Chinnaswamy Stadium as one of the five host venues, with Mumbai now hosting up to five fixtures. Guwahati has also taken over some key matches, while the overall Women’s World Cup schedule—including dates and the round-robin format—remains unchanged. The change underscores the logistical flexibility required to ensure the safety and smooth running of international sports events.
The tragic incident at the RCB parade forced a rethink of public safety at sporting events—will this lead to lasting changes in how venues are assessed for major tournaments?
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