‘Sri Lankan players should also be educated’: India coach breaks silence on Vaibhav Suryavanshi controversy | Cricket news

Vaibhav Suryavansh faces Sri Lanka as a player

India’s bowling coach Siraj Bahotel has addressed the controversy surrounding teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi in the wake of the heated scenes that unfolded after India’s dramatic defeat to Sri Lanka A in the Tri-Nation A series in Dambulla.The 15-year-old found himself in the spotlight after a confrontation with Sri Lanka players at the end of a tense encounter at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on Monday. India A suffered a heartbreaking loss in the Super Over, leaving their hopes of reaching the final hanging in the balance, but the post-match melee quickly became the main talking point. New details later revealed that Sri Lankan player Vishen Halambaj initiated the exchange after the home team secured the win.“The match is over… now go home,” Halambaj reportedly told Suryavanshi. This remark sparked a reaction from the young Indian batsman, who responded verbally before pushing the Sri Lankan bowler. The situation escalated when both players came face to face before their teammates intervened to separate them.Speaking about the incident during a press conference, Bahotel described the incident as unfortunate but urged caution before passing judgement.“It was an unfortunate accident, but we don’t know how it was provoked. The way I know VaibhavHe’s a very quiet boy.”The former Indian pacer said the matter would be addressed internally and stressed the importance of educating young cricketers about behavior on the field.“It was unfortunate, but I’m sure there are experienced coaches who will explain things to him. I think the Sri Lankan players should also be educated as to how to behave, and the same goes for us.”Bahotel stressed that Suryavanshi is still learning and has a great responsibility as a young international actor.“We will make sure we give him information about why this happened. He is a young kid who has a lot of responsibilities and represents India. I think there will be some understanding, and I’m sure he won’t do it again.”The India coach also expressed his hope to prevent such incidents in the future.

“I believe such incidents can be avoided.”Despite the confrontation, the players of both teams completed the usual handshake after the match.