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West Indies Cricketer Faces Gunpoint Robbery in South Africa

  • Posted on February 6, 2024
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  • By Arijit Dutta
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West Indian cricketer Fabian Allen, part of SA20 franchise Paarl Royals, was reportedly robbed at gunpoint in Johannesburg during the SA20 T20 tournament. Unharmed but shaken, Allen's personal belongings, including his phone, were taken. The incident remains under wraps, raising concerns within the cricket community.

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In a distressing turn of events, West Indian all-rounder Fabian Allen, a key member of the SA20 franchise Paarl Royals, faced a harrowing incident in Johannesburg. The cricketer, representing Paarl Royals in South Africa's premier T20 tournament, SA20, was reportedly mugged at gunpoint near the Sandton Sun Hotel.

Cricbuzz, after verifying information with sources close to Royals and Cricket West Indies (CWI), reported the shocking incident. The armed robbery unfolded outside the team hotel, leaving Allen, who had successfully helped the Royals qualify for the Playoffs, intimidated.

While the details of the incident are yet to emerge, neither the Royals nor SA20 have disclosed the full account of the traumatic experience endured by the Caribbean player. The incident adds a sombre note to the team's otherwise commendable journey in the tournament.

Currently led by David Miller, the Royals, featuring internationally renowned players like Jos Buttler and Jason Roy, secured their place in the Playoffs. With five wins out of ten games, they finished third on the points table, amassing 22 points. The team is poised for an Eliminator clash with Joburg Super Kings at The Wanderers in Johannesburg on February 7.

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As the Royals gear up for the crucial match, the cricketing community remains concerned about Allen's well-being. The incident underscores the challenges faced by international players outside the cricketing arena and prompts a reflection on the safety measures in place.

In the larger context of the SA20 2024 season, the upcoming Qualifier 1 between defending champions Sunrisers Eastern Cape and Durban's Super Giants at Newlands in Cape Town on February 6 adds to the tournament's excitement. The cricketing fraternity now waits for more information on Allen's ordeal while hoping for enhanced security measures to ensure the safety of players during such high-profile events.

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