India A vs New Zealand A: Dhruv Jurel's Century Sparks Strong Performance

Dhruv Jurel Shines for India A

Captain Dhruv Jurel showcased an impressive century, while Matthew Boyle and Dean Foxcroft's solid performances allowed New Zealand A to recover from an early setback. By the conclusion of Day 2 in the second unofficial Test against India A, New Zealand A stood at 218/3, with Boyle (107*) and Foxcroft (80*) not out. They are currently trailing by 128 runs after India A posted a first innings total of 346 runs.

India A's Strong Start

India A commenced the day at 291/7, with Jurel (99*) and Akash Deep (25*) at the crease. Jurel reached his century in 158 balls, hitting 11 fours and three sixes before being dismissed by Brett Randell for 105 off 171 deliveries. Akash Deep contributed significantly, scoring a half-century in 90 balls, including eight fours and two sixes, in a partnership with Mohammed Siraj, who added 68 runs. Earlier, Devdutt Padikkal scored 80 runs off 140 balls, featuring 12 fours, while Sai Sudharsan chipped in with 41 runs off 63 balls. Yashasvi Jaiswal, however, continued to struggle, scoring a duck.

New Zealand A's Resilience

In their first innings, New Zealand A faced early challenges as Mohammed Siraj (1/49) and Mukesh Kumar (2/44) reduced them to 13/3, dismissing Rhys Mariu (4), Curtis Heaphy (4), and Tim Robinson. Nevertheless, Boyle and Foxcroft mounted a strong counter-attack, with Boyle reaching his century in 140 balls, hitting 13 fours and a six, while Foxcroft secured his fifty in 118 balls. Their efforts ensured New Zealand A ended the day on a positive note.