India coach defends Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after altercation against Sri Lanka A

After a physical altercation involving Vaibhav Sooryavanshi against Sri Lanka A players during a Super Over, India spin bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule defended the 15-year-old, describing him as a "very composed boy." The incident occurred in Dambulla following India's seven-run defeat. Bahutule emphasized the provocation from Sri Lanka A while acknowledging the need for both sides to reflect on their conduct. The BCCI secretary, Devajit Saikia, ruled out formal action against Sooryavanshi. As Sooryavanshi is set to join the senior T20I squad for upcoming series, the coaching staff will work with him to ensure such incidents are not repeated in the future.

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