Two Australian Cricketers Allegedly Molested In Indore Ahead Of Women's World Cup 2025 Fixture, Accused Arrested

Two days before Australia's high-voltage clash against South Africa in the Women's World Cup 2025, two Aussie cricketers were allegedly molested in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.

According to media reports, the tragic incident occurred on Thursday, October 23, near Khajrana Road, when the Australian Cricket Team was traveling to a cafe from the Radisson Blu Hotel at around 11:00 AM.

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Accused Aqeel Khan Arrested, Confirms Additional DCP Crime Branch

Indore Police Commissionerate, Additional DCP Crime Branch, Rajesh Dandotiya, confirmed that an FIR was registered and the accused was arrested after a strategic operation.

The Additional DCP Crime Branch of Indore Police Commissionerate, Rajesh Dandotiya, also confirmed that the accused, Aqeel Khan, has been arrested.

"The Security officers of the women's Australian Cricket Team filed a complaint that two members of the team faced inappropriate behavior. An FIR was registered, and the accused was identified and arrested following an Intensive Strategic Operation. The accused Aqueel is a resident of Azadnagar," Dandotiya told ANI.

An FIR under Section 74 (use of criminal force to outrage a woman's modesty) and 78 (stalking) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) has been registered against the accused, Aqeel Khan.

"He has been charged under sections 74 and 78 of the BNS. The incident occurred around 11 am on 23rd October, when members of the women's Australian Cricket Team were walking towards a cafe from their hotel. We are examining if there were any shortfalls in the security protocols," the Additional DCP Crime Branch added.

BCCI Shares Statement On Alleged Molestation Case Of Two Australian Women's Cricketers

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary, Devajit Saikia, also opened up on the incident of the alleged molestation of two members of the Australian Women's Cricket Team, saying that it was very unfortunate. He added that the law will take its course to punish the culprit.

"It is a very unfortunate incident. This type of incident brings disrepute. We appreciate the State Police (Madhya Pradesh) for their prompt action to nab the culprit. Let the law take its course to punish the culprit," Devajit Saikia said as quoted by ANI.

Team Australia have displayed a magnificent performance in the ongoing Women's World Cup 2025. The Aussies played six matches so far in the tournament, sealing five wins, and one match was called off due to rain. Currently, Australia hold the top spot on the standings with 11 points and a net run rate of +1.704.

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