Indian cricketer Sreesanth has blocked Harbhajan Singh on Instagram after the latter shared an advertisement that referenced the infamous Slapgate incident from the 2008 Indian Premier League (IPL). The ad, which was promoting a product, featured a scene reminiscent of the on-field altercation between the two players during an IPL match in 2008. Sreesanth, who was slapped by Harbhajan during that match, took to social media to express his displeasure and subsequently blocked Harbhajan.
Background of Slapgate
The Slapgate incident occurred on April 25, 2008, during an IPL match between Kings XI Punjab and Mumbai Indians. Harbhajan Singh, then playing for Mumbai Indians, slapped Sreesanth, who was representing Kings XI Punjab, after the match. The incident led to a major controversy, with Harbhajan being suspended for the remainder of the IPL season and facing disciplinary action from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
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Years later, Harbhajan Singh appeared in an advertisement that recreated the slap moment, which many found distasteful. Sreesanth, who has been vocal about the incident, expressed his anger on Instagram, stating that the ad was insensitive and reopened old wounds. He then blocked Harbhajan on the platform, signaling a continued rift between the two cricketers.
The incident has sparked debate among fans and cricket pundits about the ethics of using personal conflicts for commercial gain. While some defended Harbhajan's right to use the incident in a humorous ad, others sided with Sreesanth, arguing that it trivialized a serious moment in cricket history.
As of now, neither player has made further comments on the matter, but the block has added a new chapter to their long-standing rivalry.
