India A vs South Africa A: Day 1 Highlights, 2nd Unofficial Test
Follow the updates, score, and commentary from the second India A vs South Africa A match at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, held from November 6 to November 9.
Day 1 Summary
Stumps have been called for the day with India A finishing at 255 all out. Jurel was the standout performer for India A, remaining unbeaten on 132 runs off 175 balls. Tiaan Van Vuuren was the leading bowler for South Africa A, taking four wickets.
Key Moments
- India A was struggling at 126 for 7 but managed to reach 255, a respectable total.
- Prasidh Krishna was the last wicket to fall, caught by Van Vuuren off his first ball.
- Jurel showed aggressive batting, scoring multiple boundaries including a huge six down the ground.
- Cele’s bouncer was pulled for four, and Jurel finished his overs with well-placed shots and boundaries.
- Siraj contributed 15 runs off 31 balls before getting caught behind off Cele’s bowling.
"Jurel remains unbeaten on 132 off 175 balls."
"After being 126/7, India A would take 255 any day."
With a spread field set for Jurel, he skillfully took singles and found gaps to keep the scoreboard ticking. The bowlers' response tomorrow will be crucial after this resilient batting effort.
Looking Ahead
India A will aim to build on this effort as they bowl to South Africa A tomorrow.
Author's summary: Despite early setbacks, India A’s Jurel anchored the innings with an unbeaten 132, helping his team reach 255 all out, while South Africa’s Van Vuuren shone with four wickets.