Devdutt Padikkal left fuming after controversial umpiring decision ends his knock on 199 vs New Zealand A

Devdutt Padikkal left fuming after controversial umpiring decision ends his knock on 199 vs New Zealand A originally appeared on Cricket News. Add Cricket News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Devdutt Padikkal missed a double century by one run, scoring 199 during India A's first unofficial Test against New Zealand A.He was given out caught behind off Zak Gibson in an umpiring decision that left him furious.With no DRS available in unofficial Tests, Padikkal could not challenge the decision.Devdutt Padikkal misses double century by one run after controversial dismissalDevdutt Padikkal was unhappy after a controversial umpiring call that forced him out at 199 for India A against New Zealand A in Lincoln on Monday, October 26.The India A batter needed just one more run to score his maiden double century in the game when he was adjudged out caught behind off fast bowler Zak Gibson. His innings was crucial in helping India A overcome a tricky situation during the first unofficial Test match.Padikkal seemed upset about the umpiring call and showed his unhappiness before finally leaving the ground. Since there was no Decision Review System (DRS) in unofficial Test matches, he could not have any recourse to it.- 32(77) in first innings. - 199(248) in second innings. Two tough situations, Devdutt Padikkal has overcome the first test in New Zealand, great signs for Two match Test series 🤞 He has sealed the Number 3 spot in Indian Test Cricket. https://t.co/haqcP4illX— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) October 26, 2026MORE:New Zealand A vs India A 1st unofficial Test: Scores, key highlightsPadikkal furious after controversial decision ends his knock on 199Padikkal was bowled a delivery by Gibson down the leg side. On 199, Padikkal tried to work it down the leg side but looked like he missed it, and the ball appeared to have brushed off his pads before reaching wicketkeeper Mitchell Hay.New Zealand A players appealed for a catch behind, and umpire Brad Wilson raised his finger. Padikkal immediately looked towards the umpire in disbelief, gesturing that the ball had gone far from his bat.He stayed on the ground for a while, looking disappointed at the umpiring before leaving the ground. It was evident that he was unhappy with the umpiring, given how close he was to achieving his goal.Padikkal scored 199 runs off 248 balls with 24 fours and 3 sixes.🔴DEVDUTT PADIKKAL ANGRY OVER A CONTROVERSIAL UMPIRING DECISION! 🤯 - Padikkal was batting on 199 when the bowler delivered the ball wide. - Padikkal tried to play the delivery, but the umpire suddenly declared him out, apparently believing the ball had edged the bat. - Padikkal was left shocked by the decision. Note: There is no DRS in unofficial Test matches. ❌ https://t.co/WfZMaQfAXM— Sam (@cricsam02) October 26, 2026MORE:India's 'bland, heartless' pitches slammed after IND-A collapses in NZ TestPadikkal's 199 rescues India A after early collapseIndia A got all out for 113 runs in the first innings and got reduced to 10-2 in the second innings after Yashasvi Jaiswal and KL Rahul were dismissed early.Padikkal provided stability in the batting order by forming an important 215-run partnership for the third wicket with Sai Sudharsan, who contributed 91 runs in the innings.He managed to get to the three-figure mark in just 128 balls after hitting a six in the process. The left-handed batsman continued to play aggressively in spite of strong gusts blowing at 30–35 km/h in Lincoln.Padikkal was dropped by New Zealand A at 19 runs at second slip, and the batter made full use of the life before the controversial decision cut short his inning.MORE:India squad for New Zealand T20I series 2026Will Devdutt Padikkal start in India's first Test against New Zealand?Getty ImagesThe left-hander's performance comes at an opportune moment considering India will take on New Zealand in a two-Test series that will be staged from November 19 in Wellington. The left-hander is a member of the 16-player Indian team picked by BCCI.His impressive innings of 199 could help him make the playing XI, considering he has proven himself to bat under pressure and difficult conditions.Still, there are many who could compete with him for a place in the batting line-up, including Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Padikkal, and team captain Shubman Gill.MORE:'No reply': Amit Mishra reveals shocking cold shoulder from ViratPredicted India XI for the first Test vs New ZealandYashasvi JaiswalKL RahulDevdutt PadikkalShubman Gill (c)Sai SudharsanRishabh Pant (wk)*Ravindra JadejaWashington SundarJasprit BumrahMohammed SirajAkash Deep*Subject to fitness clearance.For all the latest cricket news, opinion, and commentary, and to share your voice, head to our Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter) pages.