Jaiswal and Fernando fined for on-field clash in 2nd Test
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 9:23 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Yashasvi Jaiswal of India and Asitha Fernando of Sri Lanka have been fined 25% of their match fees after an on-field altercation during the second Test. The incident occurred in the 17th over of India's first innings, following a dismissal where Jaiswal scored 45 runs. The ICC stated both players violated its code of conduct regarding inappropriate physical contact. The confrontation was exacerbated when Jaiswal's helmet made contact with Fernando’s head, prompting intervention from teammates. Jaiswal later responded to criticism on social media, urging for understanding of the situation's context.
- •Jaiswal and Fernando fined 25% of match fees for their clash.
- •The incident happened during India's first innings in the second Test.
- •Jaiswal scored 45 runs before being dismissed by Fernando.
- •Both players received one demerit point for breaching ICC conduct rules.
- •Jaiswal defended his actions on social media after the confrontation.
- 9:23 AMYahoo Sports — India vs Sri Lanka 2nd Test: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Asitha Fernando cop fines for on-field clash
"The ICC said both players had breached Article 2.12 of its code of conduct for players and player support personnel, which relates to “inappropriate physical contact with a player, support personnel, umpire, match referee or any other person, including a spectator, during an international match.”
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