“Don’t be scared, play!” - Sarfaraz Khan’s verbal volley leads to Sri Lanka captain’s dismissal in SL vs IND 2026 2nd Test

Don't be scared, you're captain: Sarfaraz Khan sledges Dhananjaya de Silva in Colombo

Sarfaraz Khan, who was on as a substitute fielder, made sure to make his presence felt by trying to get into the head of Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva. Sarfaraz also engaged in mind games with Niroshan Dickwella.

Sarfaraz Khan’s Stump Mic Dig at Dhananjaya de Silva During IND vs SL 2nd Test 2026 Goes Viral | 🏏 LatestLY

Indian substitute fielder Sarfaraz Khan's verbal volley to Sri Lanka captain Dhananjaya de Silva on Day 3 of the 2nd Test in Colombo on August 25, 2026, has gone viral. Accusing de Silva of time-wasting and being 'scared' moments before his dismissal, the stump mic exchange added drama to the India vs Sri Lanka ICC World Test Championship fixture. 🏏 Sarfaraz Khan’s Stump Mic Dig at Dhananjaya de Silva During IND vs SL 2nd Test 2026 Goes Viral.

'You're just wasting time bro': Sarfaraz Khan's sledging skills go viral during IND vs SL 2nd Test

Sarfaraz Khan played a key role as India’s substitute fielder against Sri Lanka, constantly chatting with batters from short leg. His sledging appeared to distract captain Dhananjaya de Silva and Niroshan Dickwella, who were dismissed soon after. Sarfaraz told Dhananjaya, “Don't be scared. You are the captain. Come on, bro," as India strengthened their position.

"You're Just Wasting Time": Sarfaraz Khan Taunts Sri Lanka Skipper With Brutal Dig During 2nd Test

Sarfaraz Khan taunted Dhananjaya de Silva with a cheeky remark on Day 3 of the second Test match between India and Sri Lanka in Colombo.

“Don’t be scared, play!” - Sarfaraz Khan’s verbal volley leads to Sri Lanka captain’s dismissal in SL vs IND 2026 2nd Test

Team India batter Sarfaraz Khan went after Sri Lankan skipper Dhananjaya de Silva verbally, resulting in the latter's eventual dismissal on Day 3 of the second Test at Colombo.