As the Big Bash League (BBL 2024–25) continues to excite the fans, T20 cricket fever is still going strong in Australia. The 36th game proved to be a frightening one after 35. Notably, the Hobart Hurricanes (HUR) and Brisbane Heat (HEA) are playing each other right now. A fire incident interrupted the fun of T20.
The event happened at the conclusion of the Hobart Hurricanes’ run chase’s fourth over.
A tiny fire broke out in the Gabba’s DJ booth. To put out the fire, a man was really seen carrying a fire extinguisher. But in the midst of the confusion, the cops quickly started the supporters’ evacuation. According to reports, the fire was located on the third tier, which is located behind the venue’s scoreboard.
Currently, the game stands halted due to the incident and an investigation is going on.
Watch the viral fire incident near DJ booth during BBL match here:
Play was delayed at The Gabba when a fire broke out in the stands. #BBL14 pic.twitter.com/v2J2OktfuF
— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 16, 2025
Fire did not harm any fan at the Gabba
However, to everyone’s relief, soon after taking some precautionary measures at the venue, the game resumed again as the fire was under control and eventually extinguished successfully. Meanwhile, speaking of the BBL encounter, the Hurricanes are chasing a huge target of 202 runs against Heats.