Watch: Yashasvi Jaiswal headbutts Asitha Fernando after falling for 45 in Colombo Test

During the second Test match between India and Sri Lanka at the Sinhalese Sports Club ground in Colombo, a heated altercation unfolded between Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sri Lankan pacer Asitha Fernando. The incident took place after Jaiswal was dismissed for 45 runs during the second inning. Having scored three boundaries in the over leading up to the delivery that dismissed him, Jaiswal was left dejected as he walked back to the pavilion.

As he began his return journey, Jaiswal turned around and confronted Fernando. The two exchanged heated words before their proximity grew uncomfortably close, culminating in Jaiswal headbutting the Sri Lankan pacer. Rapid intervention from players on both sides prevented the situation from escalating further. Jaiswal then proceeded to the dressing room, leaving the contentious exchange behind.