A brilliant 168-run innings by B Sai Sudharsan propelled India A to a commanding 175-run lead over Sri Lanka A in the second unofficial Test. Sudharsan’s resilient knock guided India A to a formidable total of 541/8 in response to Sri Lanka A’s 366 in the first innings.
Despite early setbacks with Devdutt Padikkal falling for 94 and Ruturaj Gaikwad retiring hurt on 13, Sudharsan’s masterclass, supported by Dhruv Jurel and Shaik Rasheed, kept India A in a dominant position. Sudharsan’s marathon innings, featuring 22 boundaries, came to an end after 267 balls, marking his career-best score for India A.
Dilum Sudeera and Keshara Nuwantha made notable contributions for Sri Lanka A, with Sudeera dismissing Jurel and ending Sudharsan’s innings, while Nuwantha claimed crucial wickets including Padikkal and Rasheed. India A’s lower order capitalized on a fatigued bowling attack, with Saransh Jain and Auqib Nabi Dar’s partnership pushing the team past 500 runs.
Sri Lanka A now trails by 175 runs as India A stands at 541/8 after 142 overs, setting up an intriguing final phase of the match.
