Ahmed Al Ahmed, the hero who saved lives during the December 14 shooting at Bondi Beach, was given a standing ovation at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) during the fifth Ashes Test.
Cricket fans and spectators alike applauded Ahmed’s courageous act, creating an electrifying atmosphere in the stadium. People in the stands rose to their feet, cheering and clapping in recognition of his bravery.
On December 14, armed attackers opened fire on civilians at Bondi Beach, killing 10 people and injuring 12 others. Amid the chaos, Ahmed, an unarmed bystander, grabbed the gun from one of the shooters, preventing further casualties. A video of the incident went viral on social media, with users hailing him as a hero.
Sharing the video on X, one user wrote that Ahmed’s quick action at Bondi Beach saved countless lives, calling him a “true hero.”
The SCG tribute underscores not only public admiration for Ahmed’s bravery but also the widespread recognition of ordinary citizens taking extraordinary actions to protect others.
