Former Indian cricketer Sreesanth expressed his displeasure with his ex-teammate Gautam Gambhir after a Legends League Cricket (LLC) match in Surat on Wednesday. The incident occurred during the game between Gujarat Giants and India Capitals, both teams participating in a tournament for retired cricket stars.
A video of the match went viral on social media, showing Sreesanth giving a long stare at Gambhir after being hit for a six and a four. Gambhir, who scored 51 off 30 balls for India Capitals, responded with a stare of his own. Ultimately, India Capitals emerged victorious, scoring 223/7 in 20 overs, while Gujarat Giants managed 211/7, losing by 12 runs.
After the match, Sreesanth took to Instagram to express his frustration with Gambhir’s behavior. He accused Gambhir of disrespecting senior players, including former teammate Virender Sehwag. Sreesanth stated that Gambhir used rude language towards him without any provocation. He promised to reveal Gambhir’s words in the near future.
Sreesanth emphasized that he was not at fault and wanted to address the issue immediately. He expressed his disappointment with Gambhir’s conduct on the cricket field, stating that such behavior was unacceptable. He also mentioned the support he received from his family and state during his personal struggles and expressed his hurt over being targeted for no reason.
Sreesanth highlighted Gambhir’s lack of respect for his colleagues, even in broadcasting, where he avoids speaking about Virat Kohli. He stated that he and his family were deeply hurt by Gambhir’s words and actions. Despite the hurt, Sreesanth maintained that he did not use any abusive language during the incident.
The tension between Sreesanth and Gambhir has sparked interest among cricket fans, with many eagerly awaiting further details about the incident. The LLC match has raised questions about sportsmanship and respect among former teammates.
