Gambhir’s Sixer of Controversy In a recent matchup between India Capitals and Gujarat Giants in the Legends League Cricket (LLC), the cricketing world witnessed an explosive showdown between former Indian cricketers Gautam Gambhir and S Sreesanth. The on-field spat, caught by the stump mic, has ignited a firestorm of controversy surrounding allegations of name-calling, with Sreesanth accusing Gambhir of labeling him a ‘fixer.’
The LLC match reached a boiling point during Sreesanth’s third over, where he conceded 20 runs in the first two overs. The war of words between the two cricketers escalated to the point where onlookers had to intervene to prevent a physical altercation. Post-match, Sreesanth took to social media to express his frustration, claiming that Gambhir hurled derogatory remarks at him, including the accusation of being a ‘fixer.’
The stump mic captured Sreesanth’s exasperation as he questioned, “How can he say fixer?” This video circulated on social media, drawing attention to the controversy and sparking debates among cricket enthusiasts. Sreesanth, on his Instagram live, further elaborated on the incident, revealing that Gambhir repeatedly called him a ‘fixer’ on live television during the match.
Adding fuel to the fire, Sreesanth clarified that he maintained his composure and did not resort to using any offensive language. He highlighted the irony of Gambhir’s behavior, citing instances where the left-handed batter spoke disrespectfully to umpires who attempted to control the situation.
It’s crucial to note that Sreesanth, previously handed a life ban by the BCCI for his alleged involvement in the IPL 2013 spot-fixing scandal, saw his ban reduced to seven years by the Supreme Court of India in 2019.
Following Sreesanth’s live session, Gambhir, a BJP MP from East Delhi, took to Instagram to post a picture of himself in the Indian jersey with a caption that read, “Smile when the world is all about attention!” This post seemed to be a subtle response to the unfolding drama.
In a subsequent Instagram live video, Sreesanth addressed Gambhir as “Mr. Fighter,” alleging that the former cricketer lacked respect for senior players, including Virender Sehwag. Sreesanth clarified that the verbal exchange was unprovoked and insisted that he was not at fault in the situation.
As the controversy continues to unravel, Sreesanth urged his supporters not to fall for what he termed as “extra paid PR work” attempting to save Gambhir’s image. He vowed to reveal the details of Gambhir’s words and actions on the cricket field, emphasizing that certain statements made were unacceptable.
This on-field drama has added a new chapter to the history of cricket controversies, with fans eagerly awaiting further revelations and the resolution of the brewing feud between Sreesanth and Gambhir. The Legends League Cricket, known for its thrilling matches, is now in the spotlight for a different kind of action – one that transcends the boundaries of the cricket pitch.