India A started the first unofficial Test against Sri Lanka A strongly with a total of 333/4 in 86 overs on the opening day. B Sai Sudharsan’s remarkable century, supported by Dhruv Jurel and Shaik Rasheed’s fifties, led India A’s commanding performance. Sudharsan scored 132 runs off 175 balls, including 19 boundaries, anchoring the innings effectively.
Skipper Jurel and Rasheed further solidified India A’s position with an unbroken 116-run partnership for the fifth wicket. Jurel remained unbeaten at 68 off 138 balls, while Rasheed contributed 53 not out off 92 deliveries. Despite a brief middle-order wobble, India A’s strong batting display ensured a dominant position by the end of the day.
Sri Lanka A’s bowlers, led by Dilum Sudeera with figures of 2-98, tried to contain India A’s scoring. However, the hosts struggled to make breakthroughs as Jurel and Rasheed’s partnership thwarted any hopes of a comeback. Sri Lanka A will look to regroup and improve after conceding 21 extras, including 13 no-balls.
