Delhi: In the Asia Cup 2025, the thrill was at its peak in the match played between India and Sri Lanka at the International Cricket Stadium in Dubai. Both teams scored more than 200 runs, but the results could not come out even after 40 overs. The result of the match was decided from the super over, in which Team India won. Sri Lanka could score only 2 runs in the super over and India easily won.

Dasun Shanaka survived even after being out

A unique incident was seen on the fourth ball of the super over. Sri Lankan batsman Dasun Shanaka was catch out off Arshdeep Singh. Meanwhile, Sanju Samson blew up stumps with a brilliant direct throw and the other umpire also gave him a run out. But, Shanaka surprised everyone by taking a review. He challenged the decision of the catch out and the ultrarass technique made it clear that there was no contact with the ball and the bat. Because of this, the decision of the catch out was overturned.

ICC rule became shield

Although the run -out appeal was also strong, but due to the ICC rule, it could not be valid. According to the rules, as soon as the umpire calls a batsman out, the ball becomes dead. Neither runs can be given on the dead ball nor any wicket is valid. For this reason, the decision of the run out was declared invalid and Dasun Shanaka remained at the crease.

Indian team and audience surprised

Umpire Ghazi Sohail, who was present on the ground, explained this rule to the Indian players. This incident surprised the audience along with the players. Interestingly, if Arshdeep had not appealed for the catch, then Shanaka and his partner could have returned to the pavilion after run out.

Shanaka’s innings did not last long

However, this rule proved to be a boon for Shanaka, but Sri Lanka could not benefit from this. Dasun Shanaka was dismissed on the next ball and Sri Lanka’s innings was reduced to 2 runs. At the same time, India easily achieved the target in the super over and won the match.