The Aakash Chopra-S Sreesanth saga continues

Published - 03 Feb 2017, 19:31 IST | Updated - 03 Feb 2017, 19:31 IST

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Former Indian opener turned commentator and analyst Aakash Chopra had a few days ago expressed his opinion that he doesn’t think tainted Kerala pacer S Sreesanth stands a chance to make a comeback into the national team. He had said that in his reply to a question from a fan on Twitter. Sreesanth was quite shocked and disappointed after reading that.

The two had an exchange of tweets then and it was repeated again today. Aakash in a reply to another fan had said that ‘Sreesanth might be eligible to play fitness wise but in his view, someone who is once booked in spot or match fixing shouldn’t be allowed to represent the national team ever again. Those who put the nation and cricket at stake for their own benefits do not deserve a second chance.’

Sree read this tweet as well and replied saying – “@cricketaakash how can u be so 2 faced?? Bro?? Ashamed to even call u that ..really sad to know (what have u replied?? Really..I will play”

@cricketaakash how can u be so 2 faced?? Bro?? Ashamed to even call u that ..really sad to know (what have u replied?? Really..I will play pic.twitter.com/r4Ervw5sox
— Sreesanth (@sreesanth36) February 3, 2017

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Aakash in his defense said, “Not two-faced. That’s my opinion and I stand by it. Never told anyone anything else. I would have the same opinion for my own brother.”

Not two-faced. That's my opinion and I stand by it. Never told anyone anything else. I would have the same opinion for my own brother. https://t.co/gGSLqXbZui
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) February 3, 2017

A fan pointed out that the Delhi lad had recently praised Mohammad Amir who was making a coneback after serving a five-year ban from international cricket but is critical of Sreesanth.

@cricketaakash has praised md. Amir for his comeback , and criticising @sreesanth36
— Pranav Jaradi (@pranavizhere) February 3, 2017

In his response Chopra said that there is a difference between criticizing his comeback and praising his bowling. “Incorrect. Criticised his comeback. Appreciated his bowling. Two different things….”

Incorrect. Criticised his comeback. Appreciated his bowling. Two different things…. https://t.co/18M5lrbGnd
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) February 3, 2017

Sreesanth wasn’t done yet, he wrote- “@cricketaakash I hope ur comments about desh drohi…..etc,also includes the other 13 people who was charged Nd the unopened envelope..”

@cricketaakash I hope ur comments about desh drohi…..etc,also includes the other 13 people who was charged Nd the unopened envelope..
— Sreesanth (@sreesanth36) February 3, 2017

Clarifying his stand Aakash said, “I didn’t use the word ‘desh drohi’ but yes, my opinion on this issue isn’t subjective. One rule for everyone.”

I didn't use the word 'desh drohi' but yes, my opinion on this issue isn't subjective. One rule for everyone. https://t.co/kooirNK4UE
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) February 3, 2017

The pacer once again showed determination and expressed that no matter what people think he will represent the national team. “@cricketaakash I will play for the country no matter how small my chances are..trust me on that..mai cricket Dil jaan se kheltha u”

@cricketaakash I will play for the country no matter how small my chances are..trust me on that..mai cricket Dil jaan se kheltha u
— Sreesanth (@sreesanth36) February 3, 2017

All Chopra could do now was wish him well. “@sreesanth36 I wish you well. God bless.”