India train crash drivers ‘distracted’ by cricket match

Two train drivers involved in a deadly train crash in India were allegedly distracted by a live cricket match on their mobile phones, according to railway officials.

The crash occurred on a busy railway track in the state of Maharashtra, resulting in multiple casualties and injuries.

The drivers were reportedly engrossed in watching a cricket match on their phones when they failed to notice a signal and collided with another train.

Railway authorities have launched an investigation into the incident and have warned against the use of mobile phones while operating trains.

Cricket is extremely popular in India, with millions of fans following matches both on television and on their mobile devices.