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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 made a telling impact for India as a substitute fielder on Day 3 of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo, stepping in for the injured Rishabh Pant. Known for his lively presence on the field, Sarfaraz was constantly talking to the batters, and his antics appeared to pay dividends as Sri Lanka skipper Dhananjaya de Silva and wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella fell in quick succession. SL vs IND, 2nd Test Day 3: Highlights | Scorecard Sarfaraz's exchange with Dhananjaya unfolded just before Manav Suthar was ready to begin his delivery stride. Some activity behind the bowler's arm prompted the Sri Lankan captain to pull away, temporarily halting play. Stationed at short leg, Sarfaraz seized the opportunity to engage him with some cheeky banter. The Indian batter urged Dhananjaya to stop delaying the game and focus on facing the delivery. He also playfully suggested that the Sri Lankan captain concentrate on playing straight rather than being distracted by the movement in the background. “Nothing is there, bro. You are looking there. You are just wasting time, bro. Don't be scared. You are the captain. Come on, bro," he was heard as saying on the stump mic. "Why are you worried about that side. Look straight," he added. The verbal exchange was followed by a breakthrough only a few deliveries later. On the fifth ball of the 35th over, Suthar dismissed Dhananjaya with a flighted ball around middle stump. Attempting a defensive shot, the right-hander found only a faint outside edge. The ball brushed past Dhruv Jurel's gloves and carried towards the slip fielder, bringing an end to the Sri Lankan captain's stay at the crease. Sarfaraz also played a bit of mind games with Niroshan Dickwella and both men were seen sharing laughs. However, in the end, Sarfaraz was able to get the better of the Sri Lankan batter, as he lost his wicket cheaply. India ended the day with a lead of 238 runs as Sri Lanka have scored 265 runs for the loss of eight wickets.