India A clinched the Tri-Nation A Series title in dominant fashion after teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi produced a breathtaking display in the final against Sri Lanka A in Dambulla. The 15-year-old opener shattered records with the fastest fifty in List A cricket history, setting the tone for a comprehensive Indian victory.
Sooryavanshi the record books
Sooryavanshi wasted no time taking charge of the final, attacking the Sri Lankan bowlers from the outset. The left-hander raced to his half-century in just 11 deliveries, creating a new List A cricket record and putting India A firmly in control.
The youngster continued his assault and looked destined for a memorable century before being dismissed for 94 off only 29 balls. His explosive innings featured 10 fours and eight sixes, leaving the opposition struggling to contain him. The knock provided India A with the ideal platform to build a massive total.
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11 ball 50 runs for Vaibhav Sooriyavanshi in the A team Tri series Final against Sri Lanka. All 50 runs came in Boundaries for Vaibhav Sooriyavanshi. #SLAVINDA pic.twitter.com/ohoW8ZGnv1
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Captain Tilak Varma and the middle order capitalised on the flying start, adding valuable runs as India A piled up 377/9 in their 50 overs.
India A seals title with all-round display
Facing a daunting target, Sri Lanka A attempted to stay in the contest through contributions from Sadeera Samarawickrama and Wanuja Sahan. However, the required run rate kept climbing as India A’s bowlers maintained pressure throughout the chase.
The hosts were eventually bowled out for 311, handing India A a comfortable 66-run victory and the tri-series crown.
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The triumph was particularly sweet for India A after suffering a Super Over defeat against Sri Lanka A earlier in the tournament. This time, they delivered a complete performance in the final to emerge as deserving champions.
While the trophy was the ultimate reward, the spotlight firmly belonged to Sooryavanshi. His stunning 11-ball fifty and fearless approach once again underlined why he is considered one of the brightest young prospects in Indian cricket.
With another record added to his growing list of achievements, the teenager continues to make a strong case for an even bigger future on the international stage.
