Watch: 'Khali bartan hi...' — Harbhajan Singh fires back at Sreesanth's open challenge with savage Instagram reel

The Harbhajan Singh-Sreesanth rivalry is back in the headlines after the former India pacer issued an open challenge to Harbhajan Singh. The latest controversy started when Sreesanth publicly challenged Bhajji to step into a boxing ring, bringing back memories of the famous IPL 2008 slapgate controversy. Now, Harbhajan Singh has responded to Sreesanth through a cryptic Instagram reel that has gone viral on social media.

The latest Harbhajan Singh Instagram reel has attracted plenty of attention from cricket fans. Many believe the video was Bhajji's response to the Sreesanth boxing ring challenge. As the Harbhajan-Sreesanth rivalry 2026 becomes a major talking point again, fans are revisiting one of Indian cricket's most controversial feuds.

Bhajji breaks silence — The savage Instagram reel aimed at Sreesanth's open challenge

Recently, Sreesanth appeared on the Lallantop and openly challenged Harbhajan Singh to settle their differences inside a boxing ring. The former India fast bowler questioned whether Harbhajan would accept a direct one-on-one challenge.

Sreesanth said, "This same scene, do you have the guts? Do you have the guts to come into the ring with me? Can you sign and come? Can you? I am asking him. Do you have the guts to come into the ring with me? Let's see. This is an open challenge." The Sreesanth open challenge Harbhajan clip quickly spread online and became one of the biggest talking points among cricket fans.

After that challenge Harbhajan Singh appeared to respond through an Instagram reel. Without naming Sreesanth directly, Bhajji shared a cryptic message that many fans linked to the former pacer. In the reel, Harbhajan said, "Kisine bohot khoob kaha hai ki karne do jo log bakwas karte hai, ki karne do jo log bakwas karte hai, humesha khali bartaan hi to awaz karte hai."

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The Harbhajan Singh Sreesanth video immediately went viral, receiving thousands of reactions and comments. Fans were quick to connect the reel with Sreesanth's recent challenge, making it one of the biggest pieces of Harbhajan Singh news today.

What is the real history between Harbhajan Singh and Sreesanth? — The rivalry that has never really gone away

The Harbhajan Singh and Sreesanth rivalry dates back to IPL 2008. The incident, known as the IPL slapgate controversy, remains one of the most controversial moments in the history of the tournament.

Following the slapgate incident, Sreesanth was seen in tears on the field after the altercation with Harbhajan Singh. The incident created massive controversy across the cricket world. The BCCI later banned Harbhajan Singh for the remainder of IPL 2008 and also suspended him from 11 One-Day Internationals.

Despite the controversy, both players continued to represent India together for several years. However, their relationship appears to have broken down completely in recent times. The latest dispute began after Sreesanth took strong exception to a recent program featuring Harbhajan Singh. The former pacer felt that Harbhajan had made light of the slapping incident and was benefiting from a painful chapter of his life.

As a result, Sreesanth has publicly cut ties with Harbhajan Singh. He has also revealed that he blocked Bhajji on social media and accused him of capitalizing on the incident for financial gain.

Speaking about the matter, Sreesanth said, "I challenge you, Bhajji. If you have this much of a problem with the slap thing and me, and you earn this much... let me earn too. Come into the ring. I am calling you from my heart. If we have some self-respect, let's not do ads and all that. In a genuine way, for all the Malayalis and all the Sardars, please come. I am waiting." The comments added more fuel to the ongoing Bhajji Sreesanth fight discussion online. While Sreesanth's challenge appeared serious, most fans believe an actual boxing match is unlikely to happen.

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Still, the latest exchange has ensured that the Sreesanth-Harbhajan latest news remains one of the biggest talking points in Indian cricket. Nearly 18 years after the IPL 2008 controversy, the rivalry continues to attract attention whenever either player speaks about the other.

For now, Harbhajan Singh's Instagram reel and Sreesanth's boxing challenge have once again reminded fans why the Harbhajan Singh Sreesanth rivalry remains one of the most talked-about stories involving former Indian cricketers.