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Xtra Time Web Desk: The incident involving a fan breaching security at Wankhede Stadium during the IPL 2024 match between Mumbai and Rajasthan has sparked concerns over player safety and stadium security measures. It's crucial for IPL organizers and stadium authorities to ensure the safety of players and spectators by implementing stringent security protocols to prevent such incidents in the future.

This is the second time in the last few days as a pitch invader has been spotted in an IPL match. Last week, a fan escaped security and ran onto the field to meet and greet Virat Kohli during an IPL 2024 game of Bengaluru against Punjab at the M Chinnasamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

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Rohit Sharma, a prominent figure in Indian cricket, was taken by surprise when the fan breached the security fence and approached him on the field. The fact that this is the second such incident within a short span raises questions about the effectiveness of security measures at IPL venues.

Pitch invasions not only pose a risk to players but also disrupt the flow of the game and can lead to potential injuries or altercations. It's essential for authorities to take swift action to identify and address any loopholes in security arrangements to prevent similar incidents from occurring again.

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The viral nature of the incident, with videos spreading across social media platforms, highlights the attention such incidents garner and the need for proactive measures to maintain safety and security during high-profile sporting events like the IPL.