Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA) has expressed its shock over the incident of alleged stalking and molestation of two Australian women cricketers, who are in India to play the ODI Women`s World Cup 2025.
The board said that no one should ever have to endure such trauma.
“MPCA is deeply pained and shocked by the disturbing incident of misconduct and inappropriate behaviour with two players from the Australian Women`s Cricket Team in Indore. No woman should ever have to endure such trauma, and our thoughts and support are with those impacted by this distressing incident. This unfortunate event has deeply affected everyone from MPCA who cherishes the values of respect, safety, and dignity of women,” said the MPCA statement.
“It is truly inspiring to see the players rise above this painful experience and continue to compete with courage and determination, carrying the pride of their nation on their shoulders in the match against South Africa on 25.10.2025.,” it added.
Following the incident, the police have arrested the man involved in the incident that took place on the Khajrana Road area of the city on Thursday morning.
According to the sub-inspector of the area, Nidhi Raghuvanshi, the two cricketers had stepped out of their hotel and were walking towards a cafe. Later, a man riding a motorcycle started to follow them and allegedly touched one of them inappropriately and rode off.
The Aussie duo contacted their team security officer, Danny Simmons, who coordinated with local security liaison officers and dispatched a vehicle for assistance.
On getting information, Assistant Commissioner of Police Himani Mishra met the two players, recorded their statements and registered a first information report under section 74 (use of criminal force to outrage a woman`s modesty) and 78 (stalking) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at the MIG police station.
Currently, the Australian women`s cricket team is busy engaging in the ODI Women`s World Cup 2025 match against South Africa at the Holkar Stadium in Madhya Pradesh.
Australia enjoy the top spot on the points table with 11 points from six matches so far. They managed to win five games and have a net run rate (NRR) of +1.704. On the other hand, South Africa have also won five out of their six matches. With one loss, they have a net run rate (NRR) of +0.276 and 10 points.
(With PTI Inputs)