Tragedy After Victory: Celebration Turns Into Chaos
What was meant to be a joyful moment for Royal Challengers Bangalore fans turned into a nightmare. Just hours after RCB’s big IPL 2025 final win over Punjab Kings, a stampede broke out outside the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
The result? A heartbreaking 11 people lost their lives, and over 50 others were injured during the bus parade celebration. The crowd had gathered in massive numbers with little control or coordination.
Nikhil Sosale Arrested at Bengaluru Airport
In a dramatic development, RCB’s Marketing and Revenue Head Nikhil Sosale was arrested early Friday morning at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport while he was reportedly on his way to Mumbai.
He, along with three other officials including Sunil Mathew of DNA Entertainment and Kiran Kumar, was taken into custody for alleged mismanagement that led to the tragic incident.
Who Is Nikhil Sosale?
Born on August 18, 1986, Nikhil Sosale has been leading the marketing and revenue strategy for RCB over the past two years.
He is an employee of Diageo India, which owns United Spirits Limited (USL)—the company that owns RCB. Sosale has worked with Diageo for over 13 years, building brand campaigns and fan experiences for the team.
He was the key mind behind RCB’s branding, commercial partnerships, and events, including fan parades. His wife, Malvika Nayak, is a longtime friend of actress Anushka Sharma, and Sosale is even followed by Virat Kohli on Instagram.
Arrest May Impact His Career and Reputation
With this arrest, Sosale’s image and career may face a serious blow. His role in planning the parade and handling crowd engagement is now under scrutiny.
Police believe negligence in planning the post-win event may have directly led to the deadly chaos.
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Final Words
The RCB stampede case has shaken fans and the cricket community. As investigations continue, the focus remains on justice for the victims and accountability from those responsible—including high-profile names like Nikhil Sosale.
Disclaimer: This article is based on publicly available information. We do not claim any judgment on legal matters or persons mentioned.
