IPL controversies: 9 notorious moments
Spot-fixing scandal
The 2013 spot-fixing scandal tarnished IPL's integrity as players were caught manipulating specific moments for betting purposes.
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Harbhajan-Sreesanth slapgate
In 2008, the Harbhajan-Sreesanth slapgate incident shocked IPL when a physical altercation erupted on the field.
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Lalit Modi controversy
Lalit Modi's 2010 controversy involved allegations of financial irregularities, tarnishing IPL's reputation.
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Umpire controversy
Umpiring controversies in 2019 sparked debates over poor decisions affecting match outcomes.
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SRK's Wankhede ban
Shahrukh Khan's 2012 ban from Wankhede Stadium followed an altercation with security personnel, causing uproar.
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Jadeja ban
Accused of seeking a deal with another franchise, Ravindra Jadeja missed the 2010 IPL season but joined Kochi Tuskers Kerala in 2011.
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Pollard-Johnson altercation
A heated altercation between Pollard and Mitchell Johnson in 2013 highlighted tensions during matches.
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Chris Gayle sexism row
Chris Gayle's 2016 remarks towards a female journalist sparked a sexism row, drawing criticism and controversy.
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Gambhir-Kohli controversy
In 2013, IPL witnessed a heated exchange between Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli, leading to fines and public scrutiny.
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