KL Rahul, Dhruv Jurel fail as India A bundled out for 113 in 1st unofficial Test
India A's batting lineup collapsed for 113 runs in their unofficial Test match against New Zealand A. New Zealand's pace bowlers exploited the grass-covered pitch, leaving India's Test hopefuls struggling to adapt to the conditions.
Why it matters
The performance highlights the challenges Indian players face when transitioning to foreign conditions, which is critical for their upcoming Test series.
India A suffered a batting meltdown in their unofficial Test against New Zealand A, getting bowled out for just 113 in 39.3 overs as Simon Keene claimed five wickets on a grass-covered pitch. The collapse comes during India's ongoing all-format tour of New Zealand, which features five T20Is, five ODIs and two Tests.With the tour underway, the unofficial Test offers India's Test hopefuls an opportunity to acclimatise to New Zealand conditions ahead of the two-match Test series. However, India A's struggles against the seamers have provided an early reminder of the challenges that await when the ball moves.PACE TROUBLENew Zealand A elected to bowl first and immediately made the most of the conditions. Fraser Sheat struck early, dismissing KL Rahul for a duck after the opener faced just eight deliveries.
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