Vishen Halambage faces sanctions after Dambulla altercation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Sri Lanka A spinner Vishen Halambage has reportedly been sanctioned by Sri Lanka Cricket following a post-match altercation with India's Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after a Super Over finish in Dambulla. The game ended with both teams scoring 265, leading to a Super Over in which Sri Lanka A triumphed. Match referee Pradeep Jeyapragash imposed sanctions based on umpire reports, with wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella also fined for excessive appealing. India's spin coach Sairaj Bahutule expressed support for the 15-year-old Sooryavanshi, emphasizing that he will learn from the unfortunate incident and stating that both players should conduct themselves appropriately in the future.
- •The match ended in a Super Over after both teams scored 265.
- •Halambage faced sanctions, while Dickwella was fined for excessive appealing.
- •Sooryavanshi's involvement in the altercation remains under review.
- •Bahutule defended Sooryavanshi, emphasizing his composed nature.
- •The incident is seen as a learning opportunity for young players.
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Vaibhav Sooryavanshi controversy: Sri Lanka A's Vishen Halambage faces sanctions after Dambulla altercation
"Sri Lanka Cricket has reportedly sanctioned Sri Lanka A spinner Vishen Halambage following the heated post-match altercation with India A batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the Super Over thriller in Dambulla. Wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella was also fined for a separate offence. India spin coach Sairaj Bahutule backed the 15-year-old Sooryavanshi, saying the youngster would learn from the incident.
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