Yashasvi Jaiswal's fight with Asitha Fernando during the Colombo Test became a significant controversy in cricket.
The incident led to the ICC levying fines of 25% of the match fees to both players involved, a decision that did not sit well with many, especially former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar. He expressed concerns that such light penalties could encourage players to repeat aggressive behavior on the field, which can harm the spirit of the sport and jeopardize players’ futures. Manjrekar referenced a similar past incident involving players from India and Sri Lanka where limited sanctions were imposed, which also attracted criticism.