Bhavnagar youth who breached IPL security to meet MS Dhoni dies in accident
August 14, 2025
Bhavnagar: Jayakumar Bharatbhai Jani, a resident of Rabarika village in Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district and an ardent fan of cricketer MS Dhoni, has tragically died in a tractor accident. The mishap occurred when Jani was heading to his field on a tractor, which reportedly overturned due to imbalance.
According to police, the incident has been registered as an accidental death, and a detailed probe is underway to ascertain the exact cause.
The 27-year-old Jay Jani had made headlines last year when he breached security at the Narendra Modi Stadium during an IPL match, ran onto the field, and met MS Dhoni. The video of the incident went viral on social media, earning him recognition among cricket fans for his bold gesture.
His sudden demise has plunged Rabarika village into mourning. Shocked villagers and MS Dhoni fans across the region have expressed their grief and extended condolences to Jani’s family during this difficult time. DeshGujarat
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