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.