Sreesanth challenges Harbhajan Singh to boxing match

A long-simmering feud between former Indian cricketers S. Sreesanth and Harbhajan Singh has erupted into public view once more, with Sreesanth issuing a direct challenge for a boxing match to settle their differences. The renewed animosity stems from a recent advertisement featuring Harbhajan that Sreesanth claims mocks the infamous "Slapgate" incident from 2008.

The controversy dates back to the inaugural season of the Indian Premier League. Following a match between the Mumbai Indians and Kings XI Punjab in 2008, Harbhajan was accused of slapping Sreesanth, his national teammate. The incident resulted in disciplinary action against Harbhajan and became one of the most discussed off-field moments in IPL history. In the years that followed, both players appeared to reconcile, sharing public platforms and promotional events.

That détente now appears broken. During a recent appearance on the Lallantop podcast, Sreesanth reacted strongly to an old promotional photograph showing the two in boxing gear. He used the image to issue an open challenge to Harbhajan. Sreesanth questioned whether Harbhajan had the courage to face him in a real contest, insisting he was ready to settle...