Turbator’s ‘impeccable’ personality, who messed up many players on the field

News India Live, Digital Desk: Harbhajan Singh Turns 45: Today is the ‘Turbator’ of Indian cricket and the 45th birthday of Harbhajan Singh, famous for his impeccable style. Harbhajan, also known as ‘Bhajji’, has been equally known for his amazing bowling as well as his vigorous nature and frequent conflicts on the field. There were many occasions in his career when he clashed with fellow players or opposition players, but the most memorable among them was his Pakistani speed star Shoaib Akhtar.

Two famous ‘encounter’ from Shoaib Akhtar

1. 2004 Champions Trophy – ‘Tanti’ in Hotel Room:
   It is in 2004 when the Pakistan team was on a tour of India. During the Champions Trophy, according to reports, there was a big quarrel in a hotel room between Harbhajan Singh and Shoaib Akhtar. It is said that Naubat had come to a scuffle, but then Pakistani wicketkeeper Rashid Latif had intervened and pacified the matter. This incident was very much discussed in the cricket corridors.

2. 2010 Asia Cup – Six revenge on ‘Last Ball’:
   This story is still fresh in the hearts of cricket fans. There was a match between India and Pakistan in the 2010 Asia Cup. In the last over, India needed some runs to win and Shoaib Akhtar was bowling. He taunted Harbhajan several times, even commented on his mother. Harbhajan was also in charge, but he gave his answer with his bat. On Akhtar’s ball, Harbhajan won Team India by hitting a brilliant six and responded to Pakistan in his tongue. After this victory, Harbhajan saw Akhtar in anger, which became one of the memorable moments of Indian cricket history.

Other famous controversies: ‘Monkey’ to ‘Slap’

• ‘Monkeygate’ controversy (2007-08 Australia tour): This was the biggest controversy of cricket over racial remarks between Harbhajan Singh and Australian all -rounder Andrew Symonds. Bhajji was accused of racial abuse, causing a huge uproar in the cricket world.

• Sreesanth ‘slap scandal’ (IPL 2008): In the first season of IPL, Punjab captain Harbhajan Singh slapped Sreesanth’s face after a match, after which Sreesanth wept on the ground. This incident was also made a lot of headlines and Harbhajan was banned.

• Ashish Nehra slaps: Although the incident was less discussed, Ashish Nehra had allegedly slapped Harbhajan for his indiscipline in the dressing room of the Indian team.

It is clear from all these incidents that Harbhajan Singh was not only a great bowler, but also a loud and stubborn player who did not like to suppress anyone. He always proved himself as a fearless player.

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