Sandy Verma
Tezzbuzz|09-09-2025
New Delhi: If any franchise in a t20 league Around the world wants to sign a batter, Chris Gayle would undoubtedly be the first choice. The explosive west Indian’s credentials in T20 Cricket are unmatched, as he holds the world record for most runs in the format with 14,562.
Gayle has been the most admired batter in the Indian Premier League; No Matter which Team He Played For, His Popularity Among Fans Always Remained Sky-High, Thanks to his Towering Sixes and Match-Winning Knocks.
Gayle represented three franchies during his tenure in the league – kolkata knight riders, Royal challengers bengaluru, and Punjab kings – from 2009 to 2021. Went, smashing a record 357 Sixes, the most in ipl history. Yet, Despite His Legendary Status and Astonishing Batting Feats, His Exit from the League was far from Ceremonious.
Gayle last took the field in an ipl match for punjab kings against Mumbai indians in 2021, leaving the season midway under curcumstans that remaned unchary for years.
In a candid Revelation on Shubhankar Mishra’s Podcast, He Opened Up About What Prompted His Sudden Departure. The West Indian Superstar Accused The Franchise of Treating Him disrespectly and admitted that he had broken down while speaking to then-coach anil kumble about his mental and emotional state at the time.
“Oh my ipl ended prematurely with punjab. Value to the franchise. INTEAD, they treated me like a kid.
“Your mental health is more important than money. I called anil (kumble) and told him I was left Against Mumbai, I Thought, ‘This doesn’t make sense.
“I broke down talking to anil trust I was really hurt. I was disappointed with him and the way the franchise was run. But I just said, ‘I wish you all the best,’ packed my bag, and walked out. ‘
When questioned about a potential ipl comeback, gayle said he was open to the idea but acawledged
“I was mistreed. I am available – if they want me, I’ll come. But yes, I do have grudges. Loyalty means a lot to me,” Gayle said.