India, Feb. 1 -- India secured a hard-fought 15-run victory over England to seal the T20I series in Pune on Friday, but the match was overshadowed by a contentious concussion substitution from the hosts that raised eyebrows. Pacer Harshit Rana replaced batting all-rounder Shivam Dube, a decision that sparked outrage, particularly among England's players and pundits.

The controversy unfolded in the final over of India's innings when Dube, who had played a vital knock of 53, was hit on the helmet by a bouncer from Jamie Overton. After being assessed on the field, Dube was cleared to face the last ball of the over.

However, India were later permitted to bring in Harshit as a concussion replacement. This substitution allowed Rana to bowl in...