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‘You can’t abuse me': ‘Feisty’ Yashasvi Jaiwal turned back in anger, told Sri Lankan pacer to rein it in

Dhruv Jurel recently clarified the fiery altercation between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Asitha Fernando that occurred during the opening day of the second Test between India and Sri Lanka. According to the wicketkeeper, the fast bowler engaged in continuous verbal provocation after dismissing the left-handed batsman, prompting a sharp reaction that resulted in both competitors receiving twenty-five percent match fee fines and a demerit point each for a Level 1 breach of the International Cricket Council code of conduct.

Speaking on the exchange, Jurel noted that his teammate never initiates conflict on the pitch but will firmly stand his ground when targeted. India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak previously acknowledged that the opening batsman should not have closed the physical distance toward the bowler during the heated on-field confrontation that required intervention from other fielders.