Devdutt Padikkal Misses Double Century as India A Dominates New Zealand A

Devdutt Padikkal scored 199 runs to lead a strong batting fightback for India A on the third day of the first unofficial Test against New Zealand A in Lincoln.

Match Position

India A reached 488 for 8 by stumps, holding a lead of 284 runs after they were initially bowled out for a low score of 113 in their first innings. New Zealand A had previously posted 317 runs in their innings.

Key Partnerships

Padikkal narrowly missed a double-century when he was caught down the leg side off Zak Gibson, hitting 24 fours and three sixes in his 248-ball knock. He shared a crucial 215-run partnership with B Sai Sudharsan, who scored 91 runs before falling to Kristian Clarke. Yash Rathod added 66 runs, while Washington Sundar reached an unbeaten 51 alongside Anshul Kamboj, who contributed 23 runs.

Context

Unofficial Test matches help national cricket boards test young talent and reserve players in foreign conditions before picking them for the senior national team. The tour features multiple multi-day games designed to give players long-form practice outside their home country.