"F**k off fixer," S Sreesanth reveals what Gautam Gambhir abused him during LLC 2023 spat

Former Indian pacer S Sreesanth clarifies on what Gautam Gambhir told him during LLC 2023 match.
In the ongoing Legend League Cricket (LLC) 2023, eliminator match between India Capitals and Gujarat Giants witnessed a fiery on-field spat between former Indian teammates Gautam Gambhir and S. Sreesanth. Known for his aggressive on-field demeanor, Gambhir found himself in the center of controversy once again, engaging in a heated exchange with Sreesanth, the former pace sensation who had been banned in 2013 for his involvement in IPL spot-fixing scandal.
Both Gambhir and Sreesanth were part of India’s victorious campaigns in 2007 T20 World Cup and the 2011 50 overs World Cup. However, LLC 2023 eliminator match in Surat took a contentious turn as Gambhir, leading India Capitals, confronted Sreesanth during the game. The altercation escalated to the point where umpires had to intervene.
S. Sreesanth opens up on the spat with Gautam Gambhir
After the match, Sreesanth took to social media, going live to address the incident and provide insights into the exchange. Shockingly, he revealed that Gambhir had resorted to using derogatory language, accusing him of being a “fixer.” Sreesanth had faced a ban for his involvement in spot-fixing during the 2013 IPL season. He emphasized that, despite his past, he would not tolerate disrespect on the field.
Sreesanth further disclosed that Gambhir continued to use foul language even after the umpires intervened, making the exchange more unsavory. The former pacer asserted that he would not allow anyone to tarnish his reputation and that Gambhir’s PR team was attempting to downplay the incident. He explained,” I asked him what are you saying, and i kept laughing in a sarcastic way, and he kept calling me a fixer, fixer, fixer.”
Gambhir even used foul language and Sreeanth emphasized on it and said, “he even kept saying F**k off fixer.”
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The spat has brought attention to the long-standing issue of on-field behavior in cricket, especially involving players with a history of clashes. The use of such strong language, coupled with accusations of fixing, adds a controversial layer to an already intense rivalry between the two players.
As the LLC 2023 eliminator match fades into history, the fallout from the heated exchange between Gambhir and Sreesanth is likely to continue.
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