In response to a series of pitch invasions, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has taken the strict step of banning prankster Daniel Jarvis, popularly known as Jarvo 69, from attending any more matches in the ongoing ICC ODI World Cup 2023.
Jarvo 69’s antics, characterised by his infiltrating cricket matches while wearing full cricket gear, have not only amused some but also raised serious concerns about security and safety during international cricket events.
The incident that led to this ban took place during the India vs Australia clash at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
During the match, Jarvo 69 managed to evade the stringent security measures in place and dashed onto the field, interrupting the game as players from both teams watched in bewilderment.
Astonishingly, he even engaged in a brief exchange with Virat Kohli, India’s celebrated batting sensation, before security officials intervened and escorted him off the field.
The ICC, concerned about the potential ramifications of such breaches of security, swiftly took action. Jarvo 69 has now been prohibited from attending any more matches during the ODI World Cup 2023 in India.
This move is seen as an essential measure to ensure the safety and security of players, officials, and spectators alike.
Kohli x Jarvo 🤣❤️#viratkohli pic.twitter.com/2hjQAlJenZ
— 𝙒𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙣🥂 (@wrogn_edits) October 8, 2023
Who is this famous pitch invader Jarvo?
Jarvo is a prankster, his popularity in the cricketing world began in August 2021 when he made his first pitch invasion during a Test match between England and India.
On that occasion, he appeared on the field in full cricket attire and managed to disrupt play before being apprehended by security personnel.
This incident sparked widespread discussions on social media and raised questions about the adequacy of security measures at cricket venues.
He repeated his pitch invasion in the subsequent Test match at Headingley, again donning cricket gear and intruding onto the field. On this occasion, he even bowled a ball and collided with England batsman Jonny Bairstow before being removed.
While pitch invasions have generally not been considered imprisonable offenses, Jarvo 69’s repeated breaches of security have led to him being banned from various cricket grounds.
However, the ICC’s decision to bar him from attending further World Cup matches underscores the gravity of the issue.
In response to this development, the ICC issued a statement emphasizing their commitment to the safety and security of all participants in the ODI World Cup 2023. They also pledged to collaborate with the relevant authorities to prevent such incidents from happening again in the future.
Jarvo 69’s escapades have added an unexpected twist to the cricketing narrative and serve as a reminder that even in the most prestigious of tournaments, maintaining the integrity and security of the game is of paramount importance.
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