India A vs New Zealand A: Series Concludes in Draw After Final Test

The third unofficial Test match between India A and New Zealand A concluded in a draw, marking the end of a series that saw no definitive results. India showcased strong batting performances, with notable contributions from players like Yashasvi Jaiswal and Devdutt Padikkal. As the team prepares for the upcoming Test series against New Zealand, the squad has been announced, featuring key players and promising talents. This article delves into the match highlights and player statistics, providing insights into India's cricketing prospects.

By Narendra Chaudhary Nov 10, 2026, 12:22 IST

Match Conclusion

The concluding unofficial Test match between India A and New Zealand A ended without a winner, resulting in a drawn series. Throughout the three four-day matches, none produced a definitive outcome. By the end of day four, New Zealand A was at 36 runs for the loss of 2 wickets, with Dean Foxcroft (10*) and Zak Gibson (1*) remaining at the crease, trailing by 428 runs.

Batting and Bowling Highlights

New Zealand A opted to field first after winning the toss. India made a strong start with a 175-run opening partnership between Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored 102 runs off 138 balls (including 16 fours and 2 sixes), and Sai Sudharsan, who contributed 88 runs from 215 balls (with 11 fours). Other notable contributions came from Tilak Varma (81 runs in 164 balls), captain Dhruv Jurel (71 runs in 95 balls), and Washington Sundar (50* in 107 balls), leading India to a total of 464/5. Zak Gibson was the standout bowler for New Zealand, taking 2 wickets for 73 runs.

India's batting performance was encouraging ahead of the Test series set to begin on November 19. Devdutt Padikkal emerged as the top run-scorer with 326 runs across three matches, averaging 65.20, including one century and one fifty. Yashasvi Jaiswal also made a mark with 279 runs, averaging 69.75, featuring two centuries. Sai Sudharsan and captain Jurel added valuable runs with 231 and 179 respectively. Uncapped player Yash Rathod impressed with 223 runs in just two matches, averaging 111.50. On the bowling front, Auqib Nabi and Mohammed Siraj were the leading wicket-takers for India, with six and four wickets respectively.

India Test Squad Announcement

The Indian Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against New Zealand includes: Shubman Gill (Captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul (Vice-Captain), Devdutt Padikkal, Rishabh Pant (Wicketkeeper), Dhruv Jurel (Wicketkeeper), Ravindra Jadeja, Anshul Kamboj, Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, Sai Sudharsan, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, and Mohammed Siraj.