Delhi: The Border-Gavaskar Trophy is to start from November 22, but before that the Indian team had to face defeat in two unofficial test matches played between India-A and Australia-A. The second match of the series took place in Melbourne, where Australia-A defeated India-A by 6 wickets. In the first match also, the Indian team lost by 7 wickets.
The performance of India A batsmen was disappointing in both the matches. In this match, Australia A won the toss and chose to bowl, which proved to be a right decision. The visiting team was reduced to just 161 runs in the first innings. In response, Australia A scored 223 runs and took a lead of 62 runs. Even in the second innings, the Indian batsmen could not do anything special and the entire team could score only 229 runs, giving Australia A a target of 168 runs to win.
While defending the target, the Indian bowlers made a good start and gave Australia 2 wickets for 1 run. Australia had lost 4 wickets till 73 runs, but after this the Indian bowlers were seen struggling to take wickets and Australia-A achieved the target with 6 wickets remaining.
Jurrell's great performance
For India, star wicketkeeper batsman Dhruv Jurel scored important half-centuries in both the innings (80 and 68), but he was unable to avoid defeat for his team.
FAQ
Whose son is Dhruva Jarla?
Born in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, Dhruv wanted to play cricket since childhood, but His father Nem Singh Wanted to see him serving the country. Dhruv's father, who contributed in the Kargil war, was against his becoming a cricketer.
In which IPL team did Dhruv Jurel play?
Dhruv Jurel before IPL 2022 Rajasthan Royals (RR) was signed at a base price of Rs 20 lakh, but he did not get a chance to play in that season. Jurel made his IPL debut in 2023 and impressed everyone with his power-hitting in the death overs.
