Legendary Indian opener Gautam Gambhir has once again found himself in the spotlight for his aggressive behavior on the field. During a recent Legends League Cricket (LLC) match between the India Capitals and Gujarat Giants, Gambhir engaged in a heated argument with former India pacer S. Sreesanth.
Following the match, Sreesanth took to social media to accuse Gambhir of calling him a “fixer,” referring to his infamous spot-fixing scandal in 2013. This incident has reignited the debate about Gambhir’s past on-field altercations.
Previous On-Field Spats of Gautam Gambhir
Gambhir has a history of getting involved in verbal spats with other players. Here are some notable instances:
2007: During an ODI between India and Pakistan in Kanpur, Gambhir and Pakistani all-rounder Shahid Afridi clashed after colliding while taking a single. The heated argument was eventually stopped by the umpire.
2010: During an Asia Cup match between India and Pakistan, Gambhir exchanged words with wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal after being declared not-out on a caught-behind appeal. Captain MS Dhoni had to intervene to calm the situation. During an Asia Cup match between India and Pakistan, Gambhir exchanged words with wicketkeeper Kamran Akmal after being declared not-out on a caught-behind appeal. Captain MS Dhoni had to intervene to calm the situation.
2013: In an IPL match between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore, Gambhir and Virat Kohli had an altercation after Gambhir allegedly made a comment following Kohli’s dismissal. Rajat Bhatia stepped in to separate the two.
2023: A decade later, Gambhir, now a mentor for the Lucknow Super Giants, was involved in another heated exchange with Kohli during an IPL match against the Royal Challengers Bangalore. The incident arose after an exchange of words between LSG pacer Naveen-Ul-Haq and Kohli.
Reactions to the Latest Incident
Sreesanth’s accusations against Gambhir have sparked outrage and disappointment among fans and cricketers alike. Many have criticized Gambhir for his poor sportsmanship and lack of respect towards fellow players.
The Legends League Cricket authorities have launched an internal investigation into the matter. It remains to be seen what action will be taken against Gambhir.
This incident raises questions about the impact of Gambhir’s aggressive behavior on the cricket community. While his passion for the game is undeniable, his repeated on-field spats have tarnished his reputation and undermined his legacy.
