Jaiswal and Asitha fined after confrontation in Colombo Test
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 9:40 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando have been fined 25% of their match fees following an on-field confrontation during the ongoing Test match in Colombo. Both players have also received a demerit point added to their disciplinary records. The incident occurred in a tense moment on the field and has been addressed as part of the sport's disciplinary measures. The Test match is still unfolding, with both teams aiming for a strong finish.
- •Jaiswal and Asitha fined 25% of match fees
- •Both players received a demerit point
- •Incident during ongoing Test match in Colombo
- •Disciplinary actions could influence future games
- 9:40 AMESPNcricinfo — Jaiswal and Asitha penalised after on-field confrontation in Colombo Test
"Jaiswal and Asitha have been fined 25% of their match fees and have also had a demerit point added to their disciplinary records
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