Sreesanth Ends Ties With Harbhajan Singh, Revives IPL Slapgate Row
Former Indian cricketer S. Sreesanth has announced that he has completely severed ties with Harbhajan Singh, reigniting discussion around the long-standing “slapgate” controversy from the 2008 Indian Premier League (IPL), according to a report by The Times of India.
As reported by The Times of India, Sreesanth alleged that Harbhajan Singh financially benefited from the infamous incident, claiming he earned between ₹80 lakh and ₹1 crore by revisiting the episode through advertisements, television appearances, and public discussions. The claim has brought renewed attention to one of Indian cricket’s most controversial off-field incidents.
The altercation dates back to the inaugural IPL season in 2008, when Harbhajan, then playing for Mumbai Indians, was accused of slapping Sreesanth, who represented Kings XI Punjab, during a post-match interaction. The incident led to disciplinary action against Harbhajan, including a suspension for the remainder of the tournament.
According to The Times of India, Sreesanth stated that he has now decided to end all communication and maintain no personal or professional relationship with Harbhajan moving forward. His remarks suggest that the episode continues to influence his perception of the former teammate even years later.
The report highlights that the controversy resurfaced after Sreesanth spoke publicly about the matter, expressing dissatisfaction over how the incident has been revisited in recent times. While Harbhajan has previously expressed regret over the episode, Sreesanth’s latest comments indicate that the issue remains unresolved from his perspective.
While Harbajhajan has previously expressed regret over the episode, Sreesanth’s latest comments indicate that the issue remains unresolved from his perspective. The development underscores how the “slapgate” incident continues to cast a long shadow over the relationship between the two former cricketers, remaining a significant chapter in IPL history, as noted by The Times of India.
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