Indian former cricketer and film actor
Born: February 6, 1983
S. Sreesanth is a former Indian cricketer known for his aggressive fast bowling and passionate on-field persona. Born on February 6, 1983, in Kothamangalam, Kerala, he initially pursued leg-spin before switching to fast bowling. His talent earned him a place in the Indian national team, making his ODI debut in 2005 and Test debut in 2006.
Sreesanth played a key role in India’s historic 2007 ICC T20 World Cup victory, famously taking the catch that secured the win in the final against Pakistan. He was also part of India’s 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup-winning squad. Known for his ability to swing the ball at pace, he delivered memorable performances, including a fiery spell against South Africa in 2006, where he took 5/40.
However, his career was marred by controversies, including a life ban for alleged spot-fixing in 2013, later reduced to seven years. He made a brief return to domestic cricket before retiring in 2022. Post-cricket, Sreesanth explored acting, reality TV, and politics, appearing in Bigg Boss 12. Despite setbacks, he remains a well-known figure in Indian cricket, admired for his talent and resilience.
S. Sreesanth’s 5 most popular quotes
- Anyone is free to judge me, but they weren’t there in my tough times.
- A good captain is great only if he has a great team.
- Fatherhood is the best thing that has happened to me.
- I’m a strong believer in God. It could be because of my upbringing and my family environment.
- I used to watch a lot of motivational films and videos to remain positive.
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