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The first unofficial Test between India A and Australia A concluded in a draw, with the visitors securing a first-innings lead. India A declared their innings at 531/7 on the final day, thanks to centuries from Devdutt Padikkal and Dhruv Jurel. However, their efforts were not enough to overtake Australia A's score, resulting in the visitors claiming a lead of over 50 runs. While Padikkal cracked a handsome 150, Jurel hammered a solid 140 in India's charge.
IND A vs AUS A 1st unofficial Test concludes in a draw
With the first Test ending in a draw, the teams will now prepare for the second unofficial Test, which is scheduled to begin on September 23.
he first unofficial Test between India A and Australia A ended in a draw, with both teams displaying strong performances. After a high-scoring first innings, Australia A scored 56/0 in their second innings before the match concluded on the fourth day. Openers Sam Konstas and Campbell Kellaway remained unbeaten with 27 and 24 runs, respectively.
Australia A chose to bat first and posted a huge total of 532/6 before declaring. Konstas and Josh Philippe both scored impressive centuries. Philippe's knock was particularly aggressive, as he remained unbeaten on 123 runs off just 87 balls, including 18 fours and four sixes. Kellaway also contributed a valuable 88 runs, while Liam Scott added 81. For India A, Harsh Dubey was the most effective bowler with three wickets, and Gurnoon Brar took two.
In their reply, the India A batsmen also put on a masterclass. The top order gave the team a solid start with commendable efforts from Abhimanyu Easwaran (44), N Jagadeesan (64), and Sai Sudharsan (73). However, the standout performances came from Devdutt Padikkal and Dhruv Jurel, who both scored centuries. Padikkal was the highest scorer with 150 runs off 281 balls, and Jurel contributed 140. For Australia A, Corey Rocchiccioli was the most successful bowler with three wickets.
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