Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's altercation raises concern for India’s coaching staff

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 11:19 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's altercation raises concern for India’s coaching staff

Summary

India's spin-bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule addressed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's recent on-field altercation during a game against Sri Lanka ‘A’. Bahutule suggested that while Sooryavanshi was provoked, he should learn to handle such situations better in the future. He emphasized that Sooryavanshi is a composed young player. Additionally, Bahutule expressed confidence in Rohit Sharma’s fitness and leadership, asserting that Sharma's experience is vital for the team. The comments come as the team prepares for upcoming matches.

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Key Details

•Bahutule addressed Sooryavanshi's altercation with a Sri Lanka ‘A’ player.
•He noted Sooryavanshi should avoid future incidents.
•Bahutule praised Rohit Sharma's leadership and experience.
•The incident prompts discussions on player conduct in competitive matches.
•India prepares for future matches with a focus on player development.

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11:19 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Sooryavanshi is very composed, don’t know how he was provoked’

What they're saying

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India's spin-bowling coach Sairaj Bahutule addressed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's on-field altercation, stating the young batter should learn to avoid future incidents, though he believes Sooryavanshi was provoked. Bahutule also expressed confidence in Rohit Sharma's continued value to the team, highlighting his experience and leadership.
— Yahoo Sports

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