India A and Sri Lanka A tie leads to Super Over controversy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 10:29 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
In a dramatic match in Dambulla on June 16, India A faced Sri Lanka A in a tri-series game that ended in a tie, prompting a Super Over despite poor visibility. India A's captain Tilak Varma insisted on proceeding with the Super Over, leading to a situation where players struggled to see the ball. Ultimately, India A scored only nine runs in the Super Over, resulting in their second consecutive defeat. The decision to continue under fading light sparked heated exchanges between the teams post-match. Following this, India A must win their next match against Afghanistan A to keep their hopes alive in the series.
- •India A vs Sri Lanka A match tied, leading to Super Over.
- •Super Over played under near-darkness sparked controversy.
- •Players struggled to see the ball during Super Over.
- •India A managed only nine runs in the Super Over.
- •Next match for India A is against Afghanistan A.
- 10:29 AMYahoo Sports — India A vs Sri Lanka A: Why was the Super Over played despite fading light? Dramatic decision raises eyebrows
"A tied India A vs Sri Lanka A match ended in controversy after a Super Over was played in near-darkness. Despite deteriorating light, captain Tilak Varma pushed for a result, leading to player struggles and an ugly post-match altercation. Officials' decision to continue under poor visibility remains a major talking point.
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