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NEW DELHI: An unusual scene unfolded during the fourth match of the Tri-Nation A Series in Dambulla on Monday when Sri Lanka A's scoreboard already showed 10/0 before their openers had even taken guard and before the first ball of the chase was bowled. India A, powered by half-centuries from Suryansh Shedge and Vipraj Nigam, posted a competitive 265 at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium.
However, the talking point of the match came during Sri Lanka A's innings when the hosts were awarded 10 runs without facing a delivery.
Why were Sri Lanka A awarded 10 runs vs India A?
India A were penalised for repeatedly running on the protected area of the pitch during their innings. The first warning came in the 33rd over when all-rounder Anukul Roy was found guilty of running down the middle of the pitch.
Two overs later, in the 35th over, Vipraj Nigam committed the same offence and received a second and final warning from the umpire. As per the laws, the second offence resulted in a five-run penalty being awarded to the fielding side, Sri Lanka A. Nigam, however, repeated the offence again in the 37th over, leading to another five-run penalty. As a result, Sri Lanka A effectively began their chase with 10 runs already on the board, and the scoreboard read 10/0 before the first ball of their innings was bowled.
What do the rules say?
According to the Laws of Cricket, batters are not allowed to run on the protected area of the pitch deliberately or carelessly. The umpire issues a first warning for such an infringement. Any subsequent offence by the batting side results in a five-run penalty. The rule exists because spikes can damage the surface and create rough patches or footmarks, which could significantly affect conditions later in the match. India A's repeated breaches therefore cost them 10 runs, all of which were added to Sri Lanka A's total before the chase even got underway.
Shedge, Nigam rescue India A
Earlier, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi once again provided India A with a brisk start before failing to convert it into a substantial score. India A found themselves in deep trouble at 143/7 before spin-bowling all-rounders Suryansh Shedge and Vipraj Nigam launched a recovery act. Shedge top-scored with a composed 72 off 66 balls, while Nigam struck 51 from 49 deliveries as the duo guided India A to a competitive 265 after a middle-order collapse had threatened to derail the innings.
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FirstpostParty-alignedCenter5 days agoThe article discusses an altercation involving Indian cricketer Vaibhav during a match against Sri Lanka A, questioning whether it was driven by passion or if it signals a potential warning sign.
Bias read (Center): The article does not take a clear stance on the incident, presenting it as a question rather than making a judgment. It frames the event neutrally without apparent bias toward either side.
Times of IndiaIndependentCenter6 days agoIndia A batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi engaged in a verbal exchange with Sri Lanka A players after a Super Over loss in a One-Day tri-series match in Dambulla. The incident occurred after the final ball of the Super Over when Sri Lanka A secured the win. India A teammate Suryansh Shedge intervened and helped de-escalate the situation. Earlier in the match, both teams scored 265 runs in their respective innings, leading to a Super Over. Sri Lanka A won the Super Over by scoring 18 runs, setting India A a target of 19, which they failed to achieve.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on an on-field altercation between cricket players without apparent political framing. It provides a neutral account of events, focusing on the sports event itself rather than any political implications.
Times of IndiaIndependentCenter6 days ago Explained: Why India A were penalised 10 runs against Sri Lanka ADuring the fourth match of the Tri-Nation A Series between India A and Sri Lanka A, India A were penalised 10 runs for repeatedly running on the protected area of the pitch. This occurred during India A's innings when players Suryansh Shedge and Vipraj Nigam were found guilty of entering the protected area. After two warnings, the third infringement led to a five-run penalty, resulting in Sri Lanka A starting their innings with 10 runs already on the board.
Bias read (Center): The article provides a factual account of events during a cricket match, explaining the reasons behind the penalty imposed on India A. It does not exhibit any political bias, nor does it favor one team over the other. The content is purely informational and based on the rules of cricket.
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Times of IndiaIndependentCenter6 days ago Another start, another miss: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi falls for 21 against Sri Lanka AVaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old Indian cricketer playing for India A, scored 21 runs off 14 balls before getting out in the fourth match of the Tri-Nation Series against Sri Lanka A. He had previously played in matches against Sri Lanka A and Afghanistan A, showing promise but also facing dismissals. His performance included hitting several boundaries and a six, though he was caught by Sahan Arachchige.
Bias read (Center): The article provides a straightforward account of a cricket match without any overtly biased language, framing, or emphasis on political issues. It focuses on the player's performance and does not take a stance on broader political or social issues.
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