Devdutt Padikkal ends his innings on 199 for India A against New Zealand A in Lincoln after a contentious umpiring decision denies him a double century. In the moment, Padikkal tries to play a delivery bowled down the leg side, but the umpire raises the finger for a catch behind, with New Zealand A appealing for the dismissal. Padikkal visibly reacts, questioning the call before walking off.
The innings forms a key part of India A’s response in the first unofficial Test. After an early collapse in their first innings—where they were bowled out for 113—India A build strongly in the match, with Padikkal’s 199 and other contributions referenced across coverage. By stumps on Day 3, India A are reported at 488/8 and hold a large lead over New Zealand A.
Across outlets, the main difference is emphasis: some lead on Padikkal’s frustration with the umpiring, while others highlight the match context of India A’s recovery and the near-miss of the milestone. All accounts describe the same dismissal and the viral reaction to the decision.
