Disputes surrounding the clash between Yashvi Jaiswal and Asita Fernando during the match in Colombo continue. After this incident, the International Cricket Council (ICC) attempted to close the matter by imposing a fine of 25% of the honorarium on both players; however, a new video concerning this argument has emerged.
This video is actively circulating among fans on social media. It was published by a senior sports journalist from Sri Lanka. Previously, the ICC stated in an official declaration that after Fernando took a wicket from Jaiswal, Jaiswal walked towards the bowler, whereupon Fernando tilted his head towards Jaiswal, and in response, Jaiswal also leaned forward, causing their heads to touch.
However, the senior sports journalist from Sri Lanka, Andrew Fernando, considers the ICC's statement to be completely false and untrue. According to the new angle of the video, it is evident that the aggressive start of the dispute and the head collision originated solely from Jaiswal's side, and no such behavior was observed from Asita initially.
The appearance of the new video has led fans on social media to accuse the ICC of defending Jaiswal. Many believe that Jaiswal should have faced stricter measures. Meanwhile, Jaiswal himself commented on the dispute, stating that the Indian team is ready to respond if anyone crosses the line.
Following India's victory in the match in Colombo over Sri Lanka, the team continued to demonstrate strong play. India scored over 500 runs in the first innings. Devad Pattikkal and Dhruv Jurel each scored a hundred runs, completely putting Sri Lanka in a defensive position.