Sanjay Bangar Sparks 'Rashtrabhasha' Debate After KL Rahul-Washington Sundar Exchange

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News18•11-01-2026, 19:22
Sanjay Bangar Sparks 'Rashtrabhasha' Debate After KL Rahul-Washington Sundar Exchange
- •Sanjay Bangar and Varun Aaron debated language in the commentary box during India vs New Zealand 1st ODI.
- •KL Rahul advised Washington Sundar to bowl slower, first in Hindi, then in Tamil, for better understanding.
- •Varun Aaron suggested Washington Sundar might not have understood Hindi, preferring Tamil for communication.
- •Sanjay Bangar stated his preference for the 'national language,' referring to Hindi, sparking controversy.
- •India does not have a designated national language, making Bangar's comment a point of contention.
Why It Matters: Sanjay Bangar's 'national language' comment during a cricket match sparked a debate on India's official languages.
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