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News1811-01-2026, 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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