Sreesanth's 7-year ban from cricket ends but COVID-19 set to dampen much-awaited comeback

Controversial Indian fast bowler Sreesanth has finally served his ban for allegedly spot-fixing in the IPL and the cricketer is free to get back to cricket from Monday. The Kerala-based fast bowler was originally banned for life by the BCCI’s disciplinary committee, but Sreesanth had repeatedly contested against the ban, which was later reduced to 7 years. Sreesanth had tweetd recenty that feels like a free man as it permits him to get back to the sport, he loves the most. About his future as a player, Sreesanth added that he was aiming to make a comeback into the domestic circuit with his home state of Kerala.

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However, with reports of India's domestic cricket schedule likely to be cancelled this year, the pacer's return remains in jeopardy due to the COVID-19 situation in the country. Sreesanth is rearing to get back on to the field and due to the domestic cricket in India put to a standstill, the 35-year-old was also contemplating on launching a cricket tournament of his own in Kochi, so that he could get back in action. Sreesanth is optimistic of representing the Kerala side in Ranji Trophy as he aims a comeback into the Indian Test team. The Kerala Cricket Association is allso optimistic of providing Sreesanth with an opportunity, given that he proves his match fitness.

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The Sreesanth ban saga

Sreesanth was banned in 2013 for his alleged involvement in the IPL spot-fixing scandal that season while playing for Rajasthan Royals. The two time World Cup winner was acquitted of IPL spot-fixing charges in 2015. Sreesanth’s cricket career took a new turn when the Kerala High Court lifted his life ban in 2017, giving the pacer a chance to get back to the sport. Sreesanth wishes to make a comeback in the Indian Test team and aims to claim 100 Test wickets to his name before he hangs his boots. The Kerala-based fast bowler has in the past also expressed his desire to feature in IPL once again with either the Mumbai Indians or RCB as his preferred franchises.

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Sreesanth net worth

According to the cricketer's affadavit while fighting elections on a BJP ticket in 2016, the Sreesanth net worth figure was ₹7.37 crore as of 2016. The Sreesanth net worth figure comprises of his earnings from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) as a former Indian cricket player. He also has featured in several movies and reality shows over the years. His house itself is worth ₹5.5 crore.

Disclaimer: The above S Sreesanth net worth information is sourced from various websites and media reports. The website does not guarantee 100% accuracy of S Sreesanth net worth figures.  

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