India A Takes Strong Lead in Lincoln Test Against New Zealand A

India A Establishes Dominance in Lincoln Test

At the conclusion of Day 3 in Lincoln, India A holds a significant advantage with a 428-run lead over New Zealand A, following a complete washout of play due to rain on Monday, as reported by Cricinfo.

In their second innings, New Zealand A found themselves at 36/2, with Prasidh Krishna taking both wickets, leaving them trailing behind India A's first-innings score of 464/5 declared.

Impressive Batting Performance

India A declared their innings at 464/5, highlighted by a century from Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored 102 runs. Sai Sudharsan added 88 runs, while Dhruv Jurel contributed 71. Both Tilak Varma (81 not out) and Washington Sundar (50 not out) remained unbeaten at the time of declaration.

Bowling Excellence

Prasidh Krishna showcased his return to form by taking two wickets for just 12 runs in New Zealand A's second innings. He had also claimed two wickets in the first innings, finishing with figures of 2/73 over five overs.

The rain on the third day was disappointing for India A, as the team management aimed to provide their bowlers with essential match practice ahead of the senior team's two-Test series against New Zealand starting on November 19. Jasprit Bumrah, who returned to action in this match, was closely monitored after his absence since the Asian Games in early October. He bowled six overs on the second day, allowing only 11 runs and delivering a maiden over, although he did not take a wicket.

All-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who joined the India A squad after participating in two Ranji Trophy matches for Saurashtra, did not bowl on the second day and is looking forward to an opportunity on the final day.

Prasidh Krishna made his comeback after a hamstring injury sustained during the second ODI against the West Indies on September 30. Initially included in India's squad for the ongoing ODI series against New Zealand, he was later withdrawn to participate in the India A match, as reported by Cricinfo.

Looking Ahead

With the third day's play completely washed out, the three-match series between India A and New Zealand A appears to be heading towards a draw, with only the final day's play remaining.