In a shocking incident that’s sent ripples through the ongoing ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, two Australian women cricketers were allegedly stalked—and one of them molested—by a motorcycle-borne man in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.
The incident took place on Thursday morning near Khajrana Road, when the players had stepped out of their hotel for a walk to a nearby café. According to Sub-Inspector Nidhi Raghuvanshi, the accused followed them on his bike and inappropriately touched one of the players before speeding away.
The cricketers immediately informed their team security officer, Danny Simmons, who alerted local authorities. Acting swiftly, Assistant Commissioner of Police Himani Mishra recorded the players’ statements and registered a case under Sections 74 (outraging a woman’s modesty) and 78 (stalking) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at the MIG Police Station.
A crucial eyewitness noted the motorcycle’s registration number, helping police trace and arrest the accused, identified as Akil Khan—a man with previous criminal records.
Police confirm the investigation is ongoing. The swift response of local law enforcement has been appreciated, but the incident raises serious concerns over player safety during international tournaments in India.
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