AT LEAST 11 people have died following a horrific stampede in Bengaluru prior to the IPL victory celebrations.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) won the hugely popular Indian T20 competition on Tuesday night, beating Punjab Kings (PBKS).

Fans later gathered outside the Chinnaswamy Stadium - the team's home ground in southerly India - to celebrate, but the jubilation quickly turned to horror.

According to local reports, a stampede occurred when hundreds of supporters attempted to enter the stadium through a gate near Cubbon Park.

At least 11 people were killed, including a woman and a boy.

In excess of 50 fans were injured, with fears the death toll could rise.

The Times of India reported that fans rushed in from several gates to catch a glimpse of the RCB players.

A number of people

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