Just one run short! Devdutt Padikkal falls for 199; reaction to umpire goes viral
Devdutt Padikkal fell one run short of a double century during the first unofficial Test match. He was dismissed for 199 runs after an appealed catch decision by the umpire. Padikkal's innings helped India A recover from an early collapse in their second innings. India A had been bowled out for 113 runs in their first innings. His contribution was significant despite the disappointing nature of…
New Delhi witnessed a heart-wrenching moment on Day 3 of the unofficial Test between India A and New Zealand A, as Devdutt Padikkal was just one run away from a much-coveted double century. The left-handed batsman found himself standing on the pitch in disbelief after the umpire raised his finger to dismiss him. Padikkal's anguish was evident as he shook his head in disappointment while walking back to the pavilion.
The decision to dismiss him was based on an appeal for a catch behind by New Zealand A, which was made after a delivery bowled by Zak Gibson. Padikkal had attempted to clip the ball towards the leg side, but it appeared to have brushed his pads before heading towards wicketkeeper Mitchell Hay. Despite the clear sound of the ball passing the bat, the umpire's decision was final.
Padikkal's innings of 199 off 248 balls, including 24 fours and three sixes, was a valiant effort under immense pressure. However, the manner of his dismissal made the end particularly painful for the Indian A batsman.
Written by urgent.news from Times of India's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
