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Monkey Invades U19 T20 Match, Karnataka Bowler Stunned
✍️ India Today
🗓 24 Oct 2026, 06:32 AM
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A monkey sprinted onto the field during an Under‑19 T20 game, unsettling a Karnataka bowler before officials cleared the animal and play resumed.
During a domestic Under‑19 Twenty20 clash, a monkey unexpectedly entered the playing area, causing a brief but noticeable disruption. The animal ran across the outfield, drawing the attention of players, officials and the live audience. A Karnataka bowler, who was fielding at the time, appeared visibly shaken as the monkey darted near his position.
Ground staff quickly intervened, coaxing the monkey away from the pitch and ensuring it was safely removed from the venue. Once the animal was cleared, umpires consulted each other and gave the teams a short break before resuming the match under normal conditions.
The incident, captured on video and shared widely on social media, highlighted the occasional challenges of wildlife intrusions at outdoor sporting venues in India. No injuries were reported, and the tournament schedule remained unaffected.
Cricket authorities reiterated the importance of maintaining a secure perimeter around grounds to prevent similar occurrences in the future, especially during high‑visibility youth tournaments.
Ground staff quickly intervened, coaxing the monkey away from the pitch and ensuring it was safely removed from the venue. Once the animal was cleared, umpires consulted each other and gave the teams a short break before resuming the match under normal conditions.
The incident, captured on video and shared widely on social media, highlighted the occasional challenges of wildlife intrusions at outdoor sporting venues in India. No injuries were reported, and the tournament schedule remained unaffected.
Cricket authorities reiterated the importance of maintaining a secure perimeter around grounds to prevent similar occurrences in the future, especially during high‑visibility youth tournaments.