India A Cleared Amid Ball-Tampering Allegations

The ball-tampering controversy during the India A vs. Australia A unofficial Test sparked debate after former Australian cricketer Ian Healy alleged India A players engaged in ball tampering to gain a reverse swing advantage. Cricket Australia clarified that the ball was changed due to deterioration, and no formal charges were made against India A. The umpires' decision to change the ball led to protests from Indian players, with Ishan Kishan receiving a warning for dissent. Australia A won the match comfortably, led by performances from Nathan McSweeney and Beau Webster. Concurrently, Australia is preparing for an ODI series against Pakistan, with Jake Fraser-McGurk and Matt Short opening due to Travis Head's absence.