Security Threat in IPL as 4 ISIS Terrorists Arrested at Ahmedabad Airport Just Before Teams Arrive for Playoffs

A major security scare was averted on May 20 when the Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) apprehended four suspected ISIS terrorists from Sri Lanka at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad.

The arrests were made just ahead of the arrival of three IPL teams scheduled to play in the upcoming qualifier and eliminator matches at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

4 suspected ISIS terrorists from Sri Lanka arrested at Ahmedabad airport

The arrests were made ahead of the arrival of three IPL teams at the Ahmedabad airport for the qualifier and eliminator games. pic.twitter.com/VK5wo3XksM

— रोहित जुगलान Rohit Juglan (@rohitjuglan) May 20, 2024

The quick action by the ATS ensured the safety of the teams, players, and spectators. All four arrested individuals are Sri Lankan nationals, and authorities are currently investigating the extent of their plans.

Kolkata Knight Riders, who finished atop the points table, will be facing Sunrisers Hyderabad in Qualifier 1 at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Tuesday, May 21.

On the other hand, Royal Challengers Bengaluru will be facing Rajasthan Royals in the Eliminator game at Narendra Modi Stadium on Wednesday, May 22.

For the later stages of the IPL, the focus shifts to Chennai. MA Chidambaram Stadium will host the second qualifier and the grand finale, promising an electrifying conclusion to the tournament.