Former India fast bowler S Sreesanth has not been following the Indian Premier League (IPL) matches on the television. The 35-year-old right-arm fast bowler was banned for his alleged role in spot-fixing in the IPL in the year 2013. Incidentally, Sreesanth was the highest Indian wicket-taker in the inaugural edition of the IPL.

Talking about IPL, Sreesanth said, “I am (now) not a huge fan of IPL in particular but love to follow the Test matches. I love to watch club matches. I have not been following IPL matches and don’t wish to watch all matches. I have lost interest and if time permits, will watch matches only involving my state players. Basically, I love to see my Kerala state cricketers doing well in the matches.”

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He further added, “The ban slapped on me by the Indian cricket board is not the reason for losing interest in the IPL. Yes, I am sad but now we have to move on. They (the BCCI officials) are busy on their own and I am busy with my own work. I am being banned to practice at the international grounds controlled by the BCCI, but I practice at my own ground and I am happy with it.”

The fiery fast bowler has been out from playing the matches and still managing to keep himself fit. In fact, he was in a gym doing exercises when first approached for his comments. Speaking n his fitness Sreesanth said that he is busy with his own commitments, and spending quality time with the family. He is also doing yoga and playing badminton to stay fit and healthy.

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Sreesanth has been also involved in movies. He said, “I have done Kerala, Malayalam and Kannada movies. The shooting for the next movie will commence next month. With God blessings, I have a beautiful family and enjoy spending time with my wife and two children.”