West Indies power-hitter Chris Gayle sparked controversy by opening up about his turbulent stint with Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Punjab Kings, revealing that he felt 'disrespected' by the team management and even experienced 'depression' during his time with the franchise.

Speaking on Shubhankar Mishra’s podcast, Gayle didn’t hold back while recounting his experience with the Mohali-based side, which he represented from 2018 to 2021. The veteran opener, known for his flamboyant batting and larger-than-life persona, said he was left hurt by the way he was treated, despite his contributions to the league and consistent performances in earlier seasons.