Farokh Engineer, the match referee during the infamous 'Slapgate' incident in the 2008 IPL, expressed surprise at the recent release of the footage. He emphasized maintaining confidentiality and believes the matter should remain in the past, as both Harbhajan Singh and S. Sreesanth have likely moved on. The resurfacing of the clip has stirred reactions, with Sreesanth's wife expressing disappointment and anger.
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