Ajinkya Rahane intervenes to prevent Yashasvi Jaiswal's four-match ban
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 5:46 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Ajinkya Rahane revealed his intervention during the 2022 Duleep Trophy final prevented Yashasvi Jaiswal from receiving a four-match ban. Rahane, captain of West Zone, sensed escalating tensions between Jaiswal and South Zone's T Ravi Teja. This led him to send Jaiswal off the field temporarily, a decision that ultimately secured Jaiswal's place in the game. Afterward, Jaiswal produced a match-winning performance with 265 runs and made his international debut in 2023. The incident highlights Rahane's leadership and protective role over promising players.
- •Rahane intervened during the 2022 Duleep Trophy final to avert Jaiswal's ban.
- •Jaiswal had multiple disputes with T Ravi Teja before Rahane's intervention.
- •Jaiswal scored 265 runs in the match, earning Player of the Match honors.
- •Rahane's leadership prevented a potential setback in Jaiswal's career.
- •Jaiswal debuted for India in 2023, following this pivotal moment.
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"Ajinkya Rahane discussed his intervention during a 2022 Duleep Trophy final match. He prevented Yashasvi Jaiswal from receiving a four-match ban from the match referee. Rahane sensed the situation was escalating and took responsibility as captain. Jaiswal later produced a match-winning performance and debuted for India. This intervention protected Jaiswal's promising cricket career.
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