The first Unofficial Test between Sri Lanka ‘A’ and India ‘A’ ended in a draw today (28th June) at Galle International Cricket Stadium.
Having won the toss, India ‘A’ elected to bat first and posted a formidable 452 for 6 declared in their first innings. The skipper Dhruv Jurel led from the front with a superb century, while opener Sai Sudharsan also reached three figures as the visitors dominated with the bat.
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For Sri Lanka ‘A’, seamer Chamika Gunasekara was the most successful bowler, finishing with figures of 3 for 84.
In reply, Sri Lanka ‘A’ were bowled out for 330 despite fighting half-centuries from Nuwanidu Fernando, Sahan Arachchige and Ashen Bandara. India ‘A’ seamer Auqib Nabi starred with the ball, claiming 4 wickets for 58 runs to hand his side a first-innings lead of 122 runs.
India ‘A’ then declared their second innings on 189 for 8, setting Sri Lanka ‘A’ a victory target of 312.
Left-arm spinner Dilum Sudeera produced an outstanding bowling performance, claiming 5 wickets for 49 runs to restrict the visitors and keep Sri Lanka ‘A’ in the contest.
Sri Lanka ‘A’ reached 70 for 2 in their chase before persistent rain forced an early end to play, resulting in the opening unofficial Test being drawn.
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