Legends League Cricket 2023 (LLC 2023) witnessed a dramatic exit for India Capitals as they succumbed to a 6-wicket defeat against Manipal Tigers. The spotlight, however, fell on skipper Gautam Gambhir, who concluded his tournament journey with a bittersweet run-out for 10 in his final match.
In the crucial clash against Manipal Tigers, Gautam Gambhir faced a challenging third over. Attempting to sneak in a quick single at cover-point, the veteran cricketer found himself at the receiving end of a precise throw by Amitoze Singh. The direct hit left Gautam Gambhir short of the crease, ending his innings at just 10 runs off 5 balls.
The dismissal marked the conclusion of Gambhir’s Legends League 2023 campaign, amassing a total of 144 runs from six matches, featuring two half-centuries.
S Sreesanth Controversial Celebration
What would have been a routine dismissal took an unexpected turn as S Sreesanth celebrated Gambhir’s run-out on social media. The fast bowler, amidst an ongoing feud with Gambhir, posted a screenshot of the run-out moment on his Instagram story, congratulating the fielder.
The controversy between the two players originated from allegations made by S Sreesanth, who claimed Gambhir had labeled him a fixer. The online sparring escalated as both players, and even S Sreesanth’s wife, engaged in a war of words on various platforms.
Feud Escalation Beyond the Field
The social media feud reached new heights as S Sreesanth accused Gautam Gambhir of crossing the boundaries of sportsmanship and brotherhood. In response to Gambhir’s post seemingly directed at him, Sreesanth vented his frustrations in the comment section, stating that ‘even God would not forgive’ the former batter.
The war of words took an ugly turn with Sreesanth questioning Gambhir’s conduct and expressing disbelief at the former cricketer’s actions.
Gautam Gambhir Silence Amidst the Storm
During the game, Gautam Gambhir chose to stay silent on the brewing controversy with Sreesanth. Instead, he focused on discussing his team’s performance in the post-match presentation.
India Capitals faced a comprehensive defeat in Qualifier 2, failing to defend 177 runs against Manipal Tigers. Clin de Grandhomme (38*) and Asela Gunaratne (39*) orchestrated an unbeaten partnership, securing victory for Manipal in 18.4 overs.
As the Legends League Cricket 2023 bids adieu to India Capitals, the dramatic clash between Gautam Gambhir and S Sreesanth adds an unexpected twist to the tournament’s narrative, leaving cricket enthusiasts buzzing with anticipation for what happens next in this off-field battle.
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