Australia A sets 358 in first innings, India A stalls at 167

In the second match of the unofficial series, Australia A’s decision to bat first paid off with a respectable 358 on the board. Their innings was highlighted by a 104‑run opening stand before three wickets fell. Jason Sangha (46) and Nathan McSwaney (34) added a crucial 81 runs for the fourth wicket, while Sam Harper’s aggressive 128, supported by Liam Scott (34) and Todd Murphy (33), propelled the total further.

India A, tasked with a challenging chase, collapsed to 167 in their first response. Shek Rashed was the top‑scorer with 42 runs. Tanush Kotian contributed 33 and captain Devdatt Paddikal added 31. Australia A’s bowlers Jaye Richardson and Corey Roachicoli each grabbed three wickets, forcing the hosts into a deficit of 191 runs.

The visitors declared their second innings at 173/4, with Sam Kontas (53) and Joash Philip (26) forging the opening partnership. Kontas later combined with Nathan McSwaney for a 40‑run stand, while Jason Sangha remained unbeaten on 44.