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Super Over in Near-Darkness: India A's Controversial Defeat Raises Serious Questions
Times of India·Tuesday, 16 June 2026
A tied India A vs Sri Lanka A match ended in controversy after a Super Over was played in near-darkness in Dambulla. Captain Tilak Varma pushed for a result despite deteriorating light conditions, leading to players struggling to see the ball. Sri Lanka A ultimately won the Super Over, and the officials' decision to continue under poor visibility remains heavily questioned.
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When India A plays, it directly feeds into the national team pipeline. Decisions made in these games — on and off the field — affect the careers of players being groomed for senior cricket.
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