BCCI secretary comments on Sooryavanshi shoving incident in ongoing match
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 7:11 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Devajit Saikia addressed the incident involving Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Sri Lanka A player Vishen Halambage during a match. The altercation took place amidst the competition, prompting Saikia to urge a focus on the game rather than 'collateral issues.' Discussions around sportsmanship and player conduct have surfaced in light of this event. No further disciplinary actions have been reported at this time.
- •Devajit Saikia commented on the incident involving Sooryavanshi.
- •Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Vishen Halambage were involved in the altercation.
- •Saikia emphasized the need to focus on gameplay.
- •Discussion around player conduct has increased following the incident.
- •No disciplinary actions reported as of now.
- 7:11 AMESPNcricinfo — BCCI secretary on Sooryavanshi shoving incident: Focus on the game, not 'collateral issues'
"Devajit Saikia has weighed in on the altercation between Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Sri Lanka A player Vishen Halambage
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