Controversy Over Ball Change in India A vs Australia A

During the first unofficial Test between India A and Australia A, a ball change on the final day sparked controversy, with Indian players, especially Ishan Kishan, expressing displeasure and calling the decision 'stupid'. Cricket Australia (CA) attributed the change to ball deterioration and decided against further action, a move David Warner, recently reinstated from a leadership ban, believes was expedited due to India's upcoming Test series in Australia. Warner suggested CA might have 'squashed' the incident to avoid friction ahead of the Test series, calling for a more transparent process with match referees addressing such issues. Ian Healy speculated that India might have been seeking reverse swing, while an India A source suggested the ball damage might have been accidental. The incident highlights the need for clearer communication from CA and its officials.