5 instances when the gentleman's game was marred by fan violence

3) Kenan Stadium, 2002

Kenan Stadium in Jamshedpur has a history of violence (Image credit: NDTV)

The match between West Indies and India was a special one for cricket fans in the small town of Jamshedpur. Most importantly, it brought back embarrassingly endearing memories of the time Sir Viv Richards notched up a big 221-run partnership with Gordon Greenidge- an innings that turned more exciting with the ball repeatedly being knocked out of the small stadium as the two batsmen hit insane sixes for their period at the crease.

The only black spot in the stadium's history has been the consistently unruly crown that graces the cricket matches held there. The first ODI in the series against West Indies in 2002 was held there. While the Windies were exactly 12 runs away from sealing an impressive win against the home team, the clash began.

The crowd comprised largely of Indians and they used their numbers to their advantage, burning newspapers, firecrackers and plastic in the stands. Instances of severe vandalism occurred before riot control was called in and the crowds were strategically dispersed.

The game was first called off, with victory being awarded to the West Indian team by the DL method. It was later resumed when the situation was brought under control.