Sri Lanka A Triumphs Over India A in Tense Super Over Showdown

In a gripping one-day tri-series match in Dambulla, Sri Lanka A triumphed over India A in a Super Over finish that saw tensions flare on the field. After a tied match, Sri Lanka A scored 16 runs in the Super Over, while India A could only manage nine. The game featured a remarkable comeback from India A, led by a strong partnership for the eighth wicket. However, Sri Lanka A's steady batting and a composed performance from their debutant pacer sealed the victory. This match marks India A's second loss in three games, raising the stakes for their upcoming matches.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 15, 2026, 23:38 IST

Dramatic Finish in Dambulla

In a thrilling encounter in Dambulla on Monday, tensions escalated as India's Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Sri Lanka's Vishen Halambage engaged in a heated confrontation following a nail-biting Super Over finish, where Sri Lanka A narrowly defeated India A in the one-day tri-series.

As emotions peaked in the dimming light, Sri Lanka A's wicketkeeper Niroshan Dickwella intervened to calm the situation, according to reports from a sports media outlet.

The match concluded with both teams tied after the standard 50 overs, necessitating a Super Over to determine the victor. Sri Lanka A managed to score 16 runs in the tie-breaker, putting India A under significant pressure.

In response, India A could only muster nine runs, with debutant pacer Kugathas Mathulan showcasing a stellar performance reminiscent of Matheesha Pathirana, effectively stifling Sooryavanshi and Suryansh Shedge to secure the win for the home team.

Earlier in the match, India A made a remarkable comeback from a precarious position at 143 for 7, thanks to a brilliant 104-run partnership between Suryansh Shedge and Vipraj Nigam for the eighth wicket, which propelled India A to a respectable total of 265, setting the stage for an exhilarating finish.

Sri Lanka A's chase was anchored by a steady 93 from Sadeera Samarawickrama, keeping the hosts in control for most of the innings. However, India A fought back late in the game, with Arshad Khan delivering an exceptional final over that brought the match to a thrilling climax, leaving Sri Lanka on the brink of defeat.

The match concluded in chaos, with emotions boiling over on the field. Ultimately, Sri Lanka A secured the two points after winning the Super Over, putting them in a strong position for a spot in the final.

This defeat marks India A's second loss in three matches, following a rain-affected game against Afghanistan, which they lost by four runs under the DLS method.

Under the leadership of Tilak Varma, India A had previously started their campaign with a victory against the same Sri Lanka A team in another closely contested match.