The Legends League Cricket (LLC) is facing a storm as the 2023 final approaches, with the spotlight on the fiery exchange between World Cup winners S Sreesanth and Gautam Gambhir. The Urbanrisers Hyderabad, led by Suresh Raina, are set to clash with Harbhajan Singh’s Manipal Tigers for the coveted trophy.
Harbhajan Singh, no stranger to on-field controversies, responded to the anticipated question with a touch of Bollywood flair: “Bade bade shehro mein chhoti chhoti baatein hoti rehti hain.” The media couldn’t help but chuckle at this seasoned cricketer’s cinematic wit.
The heated exchange unfolded during the LLC eliminator clash between the India Capitals and Gujarat Giants on December 6. Gambhir allegedly labelled Sreesanth a ‘fixer,’ sparking a war of words that spilt onto social media. Sreesanth, in a candid Instagram post, accused Gambhir of verbal abuse and shared his wife’s condemnation of the former cricketer.
In response to the escalating drama, LLC launched an official investigation on December 7. Raman Raheja, the co-owner and CEO of Legends League Cricket, affirmed the league’s commitment to contractual obligations and its Code of Conduct policy. The LLC commissioner later issued a legal notice to Sreesanth for breaching contractual obligations, demanding the removal of videos targeting Gambhir.
The latest reports suggest that the LLC Commissioner served a legal notice to Sreesanth over his post-match rant against Gambhir. The notice alleges a breach of contract due to taking the matter to social media, characterizing it as a departure from the agreed-upon terms.
Amidst the verbal sparring on social media, the LLC released a statement promising an “internal investigation.” The league aims to address any proof of “misconduct” strictly, both on and off the field, including actions on social media platforms. Gambhir’s cryptic Instagram post further fueled the flames, emphasizing the need for a thorough examination of the incident.
LLC reiterated its commitment to upholding the spirit of cricket and sportsmanship. Syed Kirmani, head of the Code of Conduct & Ethics Committee, stressed that any misconduct would be dealt with strictly. Gambhir’s seemingly unrelated Instagram post with the caption “Smile when the world is all about attention!” prompted further speculation.
Sreesanth defended himself, asserting that he didn’t use any foul language during the altercation. He expressed confusion about the alleged outburst by Gambhir, questioning the reason behind it. Despite contemplating leaving the incident behind, Sreesanth accused Gambhir’s associates of attempting to protect him through extra paid PR efforts.
Raman Raheja, CEO of LLC, emphasized the league’s commitment to taking appropriate action against any breach of contract. He underlined that all players contracted with the Legends League Cricket are bound by terms related to misconduct, ensuring adherence to codes of conduct established by the committee.
The LLC labelled the incident as unfortunate, diverting focus from an otherwise exciting season. While the league plans to address the issue promptly, the unfolding drama has cast a temporary shadow over the LLC’s successful run so far.
Gautam Gambhir’s involvement in on-field altercations isn’t unprecedented. Known for fiery exchanges, including clashes with Virat Kohli in previous IPL seasons, this recent spat adds to a pattern of Gambhir’s confrontations.
As the LLC investigates the Sreesanth-Gambhir saga, cricket fans await the resolution of this off-field drama, hoping for a swift return to the thrilling on-field action that has defined the Legends League Cricket’s 2023 season.
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