In Chennai, the Hindu Makkal Katchi (HMK) staged protests demanding the Indian Cricket Council cancel the ongoing India-Bangladesh Test series due to alleged violence against Hindus in Bangladesh. HMK leader Arjun Sampath claimed that Hindus, who once made up 26% of Bangladesh's population in 1971, now constitute merely 7% and face persistent threats. Right-wing organizations, including the Hindu Mahasabha, have intensified calls for a boycott of the Bangladesh cricket team, citing ongoing atrocities against Hindus, and threatened disruptions during matches. The protests follow political unrest in Bangladesh after the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The first Test match began in Chennai, amid fears of protests at other venues during the series scheduled until October 12. The situation has reignited discussions around religious tensions and the impact of politics on sports in India.