Whistle Ban at Chepauk: Fans Surprised as Police Restrict Entry for T20 World Cup Match

• Chennai Police banned whistles at MA Chidambaram Stadium for the New Zealand vs Afghanistan T20 World Cup match.
• The decision surprised fans, as whistling is a popular tradition in Chennai cricket, especially during CSK matches.
• The ban is linked to the Election Commission allotting the whistle as the election symbol for actor Vijay's party, Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK).
• TVK spokesperson Felix Gerald criticized the ban, calling it an overreach and questioning the illegality of a whistle.
• Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) clarified that the ban was solely a police decision, not related to ICC or BCCI.