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Did Sreesanth ignore Sanju Samson in KCL 2026 final? Viral video makes fans speculate about strained relationship between Kerala cricket legends originally appeared on Cricket News. Add Cricket News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
A viral video from the KCL 2026 final appears to show Sreesanth deliberately walking past Sanju Samson without a handshake.
The apparent snub follows Sreesanth's public claims that he arranged Samson's career-defining trials with Rajasthan Royals under Rahul Dravid.
Sreesanth has publicly accused Samson of telling different versions of his IPL discovery story to different audiences.
A clip from the Kerala Cricket League 2026 final presentation ceremony is making the rounds on social media, where Sreesanth is seen walking straight past Sanju Samson on stage without a handshake.
#sreesanth #kerala #viral
A viral video from the KCL 2026 final appears to show Sreesanth deliberately walking past Sanju Samson without a handshake.
The apparent snub follows Sreesanth's public claims that he arranged Samson's career-defining trials with Rajasthan Royals under Rahul Dravid.
Sreesanth has publicly accused Samson of telling different versions of his IPL discovery story to different audiences.
A clip from the Kerala Cricket League 2026 final presentation ceremony is making the rounds on social media, where Sreesanth is seen walking straight past Sanju Samson on stage without a handshake.
#sreesanth #kerala #viral
3 months ago
NEW DELHI: Former India pacer S Sreesanth has once again stirred controversy with strong remarks aimed at some of his former teammates, including Harbhajan Singh and Gautam Gambhir.
Sreesanth, who was part of India's 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup-winning teams, spoke openly during an interview with Lallantop. One of the main talking points was his long-running history with former India spinner Harbhajan.
The two were involved in the infamous IPL 'Slapgate' controversy in 2008 when Harbhajan, then playing for Mumbai Indians, slapped Sreesanth after a match against Kings XI Punjab.
Over the years, it appeared that the two had moved on from the incident.
However, Sreesanth recently expressed his displeasure over Harbhajan featuring in an advertisement that was inspired by the episode.
During the interview, Sreesanth was shown an old photograph of himself and Harbhajan wearing boxing gloves. Looking at the picture, he issued a direct challenge.
"This same scene, do you have the guts? Do you have the guts to come into the ring with me? Can you sign and come? Can you? I am asking him. Do you have the guts to come into the ring with me? Wearing these same gloves... This is not acting, I am smiling. You are not even smiling, I don't know what you are doing. Let's see. This is an open challenge," Sreesanth said, looking at the camera.
A day later, Harbhajan shared a cryptic video on Instagram with the caption, "Khali bartaan hi to awaaz karte hain (empty vessels make the most noise)."
In the video, Harbhajan said, "Kisine bohot khub kaha hai ki karne do jo log bakwaas karte hain, hamesha khali bartaan hi to awaaz karte hain."
While Harbhajan did not mention Sreesanth by name, many social media users linked the post to the former pacer's comments.
Sreesanth continued his criticism during the interview and once again invited Harbhajan to settle matters in a boxing ring.
"I challenge you, Bhajji. If you have this much of a problem with the slap incident and me, and you earn this much... let me earn too. Come into the ring. I am calling you from my heart. If we have some self-respect, let's not do ads and all that. In a genuine way, for all the Malayalis and all the Sardars, please come. I am waiting," he said.
Sreesanth, who was part of India's 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup-winning teams, spoke openly during an interview with Lallantop. One of the main talking points was his long-running history with former India spinner Harbhajan.
The two were involved in the infamous IPL 'Slapgate' controversy in 2008 when Harbhajan, then playing for Mumbai Indians, slapped Sreesanth after a match against Kings XI Punjab.
Over the years, it appeared that the two had moved on from the incident.
However, Sreesanth recently expressed his displeasure over Harbhajan featuring in an advertisement that was inspired by the episode.
During the interview, Sreesanth was shown an old photograph of himself and Harbhajan wearing boxing gloves. Looking at the picture, he issued a direct challenge.
"This same scene, do you have the guts? Do you have the guts to come into the ring with me? Can you sign and come? Can you? I am asking him. Do you have the guts to come into the ring with me? Wearing these same gloves... This is not acting, I am smiling. You are not even smiling, I don't know what you are doing. Let's see. This is an open challenge," Sreesanth said, looking at the camera.
A day later, Harbhajan shared a cryptic video on Instagram with the caption, "Khali bartaan hi to awaaz karte hain (empty vessels make the most noise)."
In the video, Harbhajan said, "Kisine bohot khub kaha hai ki karne do jo log bakwaas karte hain, hamesha khali bartaan hi to awaaz karte hain."
While Harbhajan did not mention Sreesanth by name, many social media users linked the post to the former pacer's comments.
Sreesanth continued his criticism during the interview and once again invited Harbhajan to settle matters in a boxing ring.
"I challenge you, Bhajji. If you have this much of a problem with the slap incident and me, and you earn this much... let me earn too. Come into the ring. I am calling you from my heart. If we have some self-respect, let's not do ads and all that. In a genuine way, for all the Malayalis and all the Sardars, please come. I am waiting," he said.
3 months ago
NEW DELHI: Former India fast bowler S Sreesanth has taken aim at head coach Gautam Gambhir, saying the Indian team needs a mentor rather than a coach and suggesting that someone in the mould of MS Dhoni would be a better fit for the national side.
Speaking on Lallantop, Sreesanth was asked about India's recent struggles in Test cricket. India suffered home Test series defeats to New Zealand in 2024 and South Africa in 2025, both under Gambhir's tenure as head coach.
Sreesanth did not hold back in his response.
"Change the coach, friend. India needs a mentor, not a coach," Sreesanth said.
The former pacer explained that managing players is about building relationships and understanding them rather than simply demanding results.
"You have to be a brother first. You can't just laugh when you win and get angry when you lose. You've done well for the country, that's great. That doesn't mean others aren't trying. Have a mentor over a coach," he added.
Sreesanth also accused Gambhir of putting too much pressure on players. Drawing a comparison with former India captain MS Dhoni, he argued that successful international teams do not require coaches who burden players with excessive expectations.
According to Sreesanth, India's successful teams in the past were driven by Dhoni's mindset and leadership, and he believes the current setup would benefit from having a mentor with a similar approach.
"I have an issue with the way he coaches. There is too much pressure on the players. At this level, you need a mentor. Dhoni never put players under pressure and then dropped them if things didn't work out," Sreesanth said.
"Team India needs a mentor like Dhoni," Sreesanth said.
The 42-year-old also pushed back against the perception that Gambhir was solely responsible for India's T20 World Cup 2026 triumph. He highlighted the contributions of key players, including Sanju Samson and captain Suryakumar Yadav.
"When the team won the World Cup, all the credit went to Gambhir. But if Sanju Samson hadn't been there, Suryakumar Yadav hadn't captained, and the bowling changes hadn't been made at the right time, would we have won the match?" Sreesanth said.
Questioning how much influence a coach can have during a game, he added: "Was the coach making decisions on the field? It's fine if we have a coach like Ashish Nehra, who remains involved."
Since taking charge following Rahul Dravid's exit, Gambhir has overseen contrasting fortunes for India.
The team enjoyed significant success in white-ball cricket, winning the T20 World Cup, ICC Champions Trophy and Asia Cup under Gambhir's tenure. However, a string of disappointing results in Test cricket, both at home and overseas, has put India's red-ball setup under scrutiny and sparked debate over the team's direction in the longest format.
Speaking on Lallantop, Sreesanth was asked about India's recent struggles in Test cricket. India suffered home Test series defeats to New Zealand in 2024 and South Africa in 2025, both under Gambhir's tenure as head coach.
Sreesanth did not hold back in his response.
"Change the coach, friend. India needs a mentor, not a coach," Sreesanth said.
The former pacer explained that managing players is about building relationships and understanding them rather than simply demanding results.
"You have to be a brother first. You can't just laugh when you win and get angry when you lose. You've done well for the country, that's great. That doesn't mean others aren't trying. Have a mentor over a coach," he added.
Sreesanth also accused Gambhir of putting too much pressure on players. Drawing a comparison with former India captain MS Dhoni, he argued that successful international teams do not require coaches who burden players with excessive expectations.
According to Sreesanth, India's successful teams in the past were driven by Dhoni's mindset and leadership, and he believes the current setup would benefit from having a mentor with a similar approach.
"I have an issue with the way he coaches. There is too much pressure on the players. At this level, you need a mentor. Dhoni never put players under pressure and then dropped them if things didn't work out," Sreesanth said.
"Team India needs a mentor like Dhoni," Sreesanth said.
The 42-year-old also pushed back against the perception that Gambhir was solely responsible for India's T20 World Cup 2026 triumph. He highlighted the contributions of key players, including Sanju Samson and captain Suryakumar Yadav.
"When the team won the World Cup, all the credit went to Gambhir. But if Sanju Samson hadn't been there, Suryakumar Yadav hadn't captained, and the bowling changes hadn't been made at the right time, would we have won the match?" Sreesanth said.
Questioning how much influence a coach can have during a game, he added: "Was the coach making decisions on the field? It's fine if we have a coach like Ashish Nehra, who remains involved."
Since taking charge following Rahul Dravid's exit, Gambhir has overseen contrasting fortunes for India.
The team enjoyed significant success in white-ball cricket, winning the T20 World Cup, ICC Champions Trophy and Asia Cup under Gambhir's tenure. However, a string of disappointing results in Test cricket, both at home and overseas, has put India's red-ball setup under scrutiny and sparked debate over the team's direction in the longest format.
