Cricket Match Dispute Turns Violent in West Bengal, Leaves One Shot
A cricket match in West Bengal's Malda district led to violence when a man was shot after an argument. The victim, Jalaluddin Sheikh, and his family were attacked. The incident highlights ongoing tensions over local cricket matches. Police are searching for the suspect, Hedayet Sheikh.
Devdiscourse News Desk | Englishbazar | Updated: 06-01-2026 15:58 IST | Created: 06-01-2026 15:58 IST
- Country:
- India
In West Bengal's Malda district, a cricket match dispute turned into violence when a man was shot following an argument, police report.
The altercation occurred in Jadupur, Kaliachak, with the victim identified as local businessman and TMC supporter Jalaluddin Sheikh.
As tensions over local cricket games brew, police continue searching for the accused shooter, Hedayet Sheikh, also a TMC supporter.
(With inputs from agencies.)
- READ MORE ON:
- West Bengal
- Malda
- cricket
- shooting
- violence
- TMC
- Jalaluddin Sheikh
- Hedayet Sheikh
- police
- injuries
ALSO READ
Violence in Aleppo: Mediation Efforts as Civilians Flee Amidst Fighting
TMC's Abhishek Banerjee Rallies Against BJP's 'Politics of Fear' in North Bengal
Meloni Condemns Political Violence on Anniversary of Neofascist Murders
Leaked Audio Sparks Forensic Scrutiny in Manipur Violence Case
Mob Assault Over Suspicion: Cow Smuggling Allegations Spark Violence in West Delhi

