Delhi: On the first day of the second Test being played between India and Sri Lanka in Colombo, there was a fierce argument on the field between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sri Lankan fast bowler Asitha Fernando. After dismissing Jaiswal, Fernando bid farewell to him, which the Indian batsman did not like. After this, Jaiswal came back to the field and a heated argument started between the two players.
Both the players came face to face with each other. During this, their heads also collided and a situation like pushing and shoving was created. However, the rest of the players of the Sri Lankan team intervened and separated the two.
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Jadeja angry at Jaiswal
Former Indian cricketer Ajay Jadeja has criticized Jaiswal regarding this incident. He said that joking and arguing on the field is fine as long as the matter does not reach physical contact.
Jadeja said on Sony Sports that this is a dangerous situation. He said that physical contact is a completely different thing. According to him, if a player is making fun of others then he should have the ability to tolerate the same kind of joke on himself.
Jadeja said, “If you can't laugh at yourself then you shouldn't laugh at others. If you can't listen back to what you say then you shouldn't say such things to others on the field.”
In fact, in the last Test also, Jaiswal had participated in a conversation and debate with Sri Lankan player Niroshan Dickwella on the field. Even at that time, there were some humorous conversations between the two on the field. Giving the example of this incident, Jadeja advised Jaiswal to pay attention to his behaviour.
Batting coach also gave advice to Jaiswal
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India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak also expressed his opinion on Jaiswal's behaviour. He said that Jaiswal should not have gone so close to Fernando.
In the press conference after the end of the day's play, Kotak said that it was possible that Fernando might have made some comment in anger. He said that such cases happen during hot conditions in cricket. However, Jaiswal should not have gone so close to the bowler. According to him, emotions run high during matches and such incidents happen.
After this incident, discussion has started regarding Jaiswal's behavior on the field. Both Jadeja and the batting coach of the Indian team agreed that aggression is necessary in the match, but the players should also keep in mind their limits.
FAQ
Why did the dispute happen between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando?
Asitha Fernando bid farewell to Yashasvi Jaiswal after dismissing him. Jaiswal did not like this and went back to Fernando. After this there was an argument between the two and the matter reached the point of scuffle.
What did Ajay Jadeja say about Yashasvi Jaiswal?
Ajay Jadeja criticized Jaiswal's behaviour. He said that joking and debate on the field is fine, but the matter should not reach physical contact. He also said that if a player cannot tolerate making fun of himself then he should not do the same to others.