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Sarfaraz Khan's sledging distracts Sri Lankan batters in ongoing Test

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 5:13 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Sarfaraz Khan's sledging distracts Sri Lankan batters in ongoing Test

Summary

During Day 3 of the second Test between India and Sri Lanka in Colombo, substitute fielder Sarfaraz Khan used sledging to unsettled Sri Lankan batsman Dhananjaya de Silva and Niroshan Dickwella. Sarfaraz's comments seemed to have played a role in the dismissal of both players. India declared its first innings at 503/9, with Devdutt Padikkal and Dhruv Jurel scoring centuries. The match is currently ongoing, with Sri Lanka needing to rebuild after early wickets.

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By the Numbers

•Sarfaraz Khan substitutes for injured Rishabh Pant on Day 3.
•India declared its first innings at 503/9.
•Dhananjaya de Silva and Niroshan Dickwella dismissed shortly after sledging.
•Devdutt Padikkal and Dhruv Jurel scored centuries for India.
•The match is currently in progress.

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What they're saying

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Sarfaraz Khan played a key role as India’s substitute fielder against Sri Lanka, constantly chatting with batters from short leg. His sledging appeared to distract captain Dhananjaya de Silva and Niroshan Dickwella, who were dismissed soon after. Sarfaraz told Dhananjaya, “Don't be scared. You are the captain. Come on, bro," as India strengthened their position.
— Yahoo Sports

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