‘We will conduct an internal investigation’ – LLC CEO assures enquiry on verbal misconduct by Gautam Gambhir on Sreesanth

A war of words were exchanged between Gautam Gambhir and S Sreesanth during the Gujarat Giants and India Capitals Eliminator match of the Legends League Cricket 2023. The game was conducted at the Lalabhai Contractor Stadium, Surat on 6 December. As Gujarat Giants opted to bowl the former Indian cricketers were caught in a verbal spat as Gambhir sledged Sreesanth. 

In the second over of the first innings, Sreesanth came to bowl and Gambhir was caught sledging him while calling him a match fixer after he hit for a six and a boundary. Gambhir’s act has been condemned by a lot of cricket fans. Sreesanth later clarified and addressed the incident on his official social media account. 

Legends League Cricket CEO shed light on management’s decision on the brawl 

Mr. Raman Raheja, CEO, Legends League Cricket in a recent statement discussed the matter while announcing a deep investigation regarding the matter on the violation of the code of conduct during the tournament. 

He said, “Legends League Cricket strives to uphold the spirit of cricket and sportsmanship, and will conduct an internal investigation on the violation of the code of conduct. Any misconduct that has occurred both on and off the field including on social media platforms will be dealt with strictly.”

“The code of conduct has clearly stated that necessary action will be taken against players that bring disrepute to the league, the spirit of the game and the teams that they are representing. We make our stand very clear and continue to work towards sharing the game with millions of cricketing lovers across the nation and world,” he added. 

Raheja further said, “All players contracted in the Legends League Cricket are bound by certain terms related to misconduct and necessary action will be taken as per the codes of conduct laid down by the Code of Conduct & Ethics Committee. We are taking appropriate action against the breach of contract.”