Ajay Jadeja critiques Yashasvi Jaiswal after Fernando altercation in Colombo
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 7:04 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Yashasvi Jaiswal faces criticism from Ajay Jadeja following an on-field altercation with Asitha Fernando during a Test match in Colombo. The incident occurred after Jaiswal, dismissed for 45, engaged in a confrontation that included physical contact. Jadeja warned that such behavior crosses a line and could result in disciplinary action under the ICC Code of Conduct. Match officials have not yet announced any sanctions, but Jaiswal could face scrutiny for his actions. India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak commented on the situation, emphasizing the intensity of the moment, while Sri Lanka's bowling coach deferred to match referees regarding any penalties.
- •Jaiswal was dismissed for 45 by Fernando in Colombo.
- •Jaiswal and Fernando exchanged words before physical contact occurred.
- •Ajay Jadeja criticized Jaiswal for crossing acceptable boundaries.
- •Match officials may examine the incident for potential sanctions.
- •India backs Jaiswal, considering it a heat-of-the-moment issue.
- 7:04 AMYahoo Sports — ‘If you can’t take it back, don’t say it’: Ajay Jadeja’s blunt message to Yashasvi Jaiswal after Asitha Fernando spat
- 5:13 AMYahoo Sports — ‘If you can’t take it back...’: Ajay Jadeja gives Yashasvi Jaiswal blunt reality check after Asitha Fernando altercation
"Yashasvi Jaiswal has come under fire for his altercation with Sri Lanka's Asitha Fernando. Former cricketer Ajay Jadeja cautioned Jaiswal about the potential repercussions of his aggressive behaviour. India’s batting coach acknowledged that Jaiswal should have avoided such a heated moment. The incident risks evaluation under the ICC Code of Conduct, with match officials now deliberating on possible sanctions for the young star.
"After his latest altercation with Asitha Fernando, Yashasvi Jaiswal gets a reality check from former India star Ajay Jadeja.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 7:04 AM‘If you can’t take it back, don’t say it’: Ajay Jadeja’s blunt message to Yashasvi Jaiswal after Asitha Fernando spat
Yashasvi Jaiswal has come under fire for his altercation with Sri Lanka's Asitha Fernando. Former cricketer Ajay Jadeja cautioned Jaiswal about the potential repercussions of his aggressive behaviour. India’s batting coach acknowledged that Jaiswal should have avoided such a heated moment. The incident risks evaluation under the ICC Code of Conduct, with match officials now deliberating on possible sanctions for the young star.
- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 5:13 AM‘If you can’t take it back...’: Ajay Jadeja gives Yashasvi Jaiswal blunt reality check after Asitha Fernando altercation
After his latest altercation with Asitha Fernando, Yashasvi Jaiswal gets a reality check from former India star Ajay Jadeja.
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