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Deepak Chahar Says Three Player-Edition Bats Were Stolen From Practice

His viral Instagram appeal has drawn public attention to how costly customised cricket gear can be taken and what steps might help recover it.

Overview

  • Chahar posted a video on Instagram after three player-edition bats went missing from a practice ground, with multiple outlets reporting the theft occurred on Monday evening.
  • He said the bats together are worth about Rs 1.5 lakh and described the thief as possibly unaware of the bats' value.
  • In the clip Chahar asked followers for advice and jokingly weighed options such as contacting the police or senior leaders, while offering to pay or seek replacements from the bat brand.
  • The video quickly went viral and prompted wide social-media reaction, but there has been no public confirmation that the bats have been recovered or that a formal investigation is under way.
  • Chahar's international profile and the reported cost of player-edition equipment have focused attention on how teams secure specialised gear and the practical and financial impact when items are lost or stolen.