Dambulla, June 9 -- What looked like a controlled chase turned into a stunning late collapse as India A snatched an 8-run victory over Sri Lanka A in the opening match of the Tri Nation A Series 2026 at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on Tuesday.
Sri Lanka A were firmly in control for large parts of the chase of 277, with set batsmen at the crease and the required rate under check.
At one stage, Sahan Arachchige's fluent 74, along with strong support from the top order, had pushed the hosts into a winning position, and the game appeared to be slipping away from India A.
But the match flipped dramatically in the final overs. With Sri Lanka needing only a manageable finish, Arshad Khan (2/24) produced a decisive burst that shatt...