England Lions – 553-8d (Keaton Jennings, 154; Matthew Potts, 4-30) &  163-6d (Keaton Jennings, 64; Callum Parkinson, 3-182)

India A – 227-10 (Rajat Patidar, 151; Manav Suthar, 4-137) & 426-5 (KS Bharat, 116*; Pradosh Paul, 2-23)

KS Bharat’s Heroic Century Saves India A from Defeat Against England Lions

India A’s batting unit put on a valiant display to draw the first unofficial Test against England Lions, thanks to a fighting century from wicketkeeper-batsman KS Bharat. Despite 490-run chase, India A were staring down the barrel of defeat at 242/7 before Bharat took the center stage.

Bharat, who was dropped on 22 by Tom Kohler-Cadmore, went on to score a magnificent 116 from 222 balls, his innings laced with 12 fours and a six. He found able support from Saurabh Wakaskar (38) and Navdeep Saini (26) as India A narrowed the gap to 47 runs at one stage.

However, with just 19 runs needed and two wickets in hand, India A lost both Saini and Bharat in quick succession, raising England Lions’ hopes of a win. But the last pair of Ishan Porel and Mukesh Kumar held their nerve to see India A through to safety, finishing the match on 456/9.

Bharat’s knock was the cornerstone of India A’s fightback

Bharat’s knock was the cornerstone of India A’s fightback. He played with patience and determination, defying the England Lions bowlers on a difficult pitch. His innings was a mix of grit and class, and he showed immense composure under pressure.

“It was a very challenging pitch to bat on,” Bharat said after the match. “The ball wasn’t coming on nicely, and the bowlers were bowling good lines and lengths. But I just kept my head down and tried to bat time. I am glad that I could contribute to the team’s cause.”

The draw was a creditable result for India A

The draw was a creditable result for India A, considering the magnitude of the chase. They were without the services of some of their key players, who are away on national duty, but the young guns showed that they have the talent to compete at the highest level.

“I am very proud of the way the boys played,” said India A coach Rahul Dravid. “They showed a lot of character and determination. Chasing 490 was always going to be difficult, but they never gave up hope. Bharat’s innings was outstanding, and he deserves all the credit for saving the match for us.”

Here are some of the key takeaways from the match:

• KS Bharat’s century was the match-winning innings for India A.
• The draw was a creditable result for India A, considering the magnitude of the chase.
• The young guns of India A showed that they have the talent to compete at the highest level.

This match was a thriller, and it is a sign of things to come from the India A vs England Lions series. The next match is scheduled to start on January 24, and it promises to be another exciting encounter.

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Pak beat Afg by 181 runs. An excellent q06 by Shahzaib Khan helped Pakistan post 284.

The future of cricket was on display as Pak U-19 and Afg U-19 locked horns in a nail-biting encounter. Both teams are brimming with raw talent and unwavering passion. and have delivered a match that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

A Thrilling Battle Pak U-19

Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first. Openers Haseebullah (46) and Muhammad Shehzad (36) laid a solid foundation. the middle order failed to capitalize, leaving Pakistan struggling at 144/7. Enter Rohail Nazir, who played a captain’s knock, smashing a crucial 72* off 69 balls to propel Pakistan to a respectable 235/8.

In response, Afghanistan’s start was shaky, losing both openers cheaply. Abdul Waheed hammered a brilliant 78, injecting much-needed momentum into the innings. The chase went down to the wire, with Afghanistan needing 13 runs off the final over. Unfortunately, they fell short by 5 runs, succumbing to the pressure of the final moments.

Individual Brilliance

• Rohail Nazir (Pakistan): The skipper led by example, scoring a match-winning 72* and guiding Pakistan through a difficult middle-order collapse.
• Abdul Waheed (Afghanistan): Waheed’s fighting spirit kept Afghanistan in the hunt with a valiant 78, but his efforts were ultimately in vain.
• Muhammad Huraira (Pakistan): The left-arm pacer picked up 4 wickets for Pakistan, putting the brakes on Afghanistan’s chase at crucial junctures.
• Naseem Shah (Pakistan): The young fast bowler showcased his raw pace and talent, troubling the Afghan batsmen with his express deliveries.

More Than Just a Cricket Match

This encounter transcended the boundaries of the sport. It was a display of camaraderie and sportsmanship between two cricketing nations with a shared history. The young players on both sides embraced the challenge, and showcased their skills. Ultimately, earned the respect of each other and the fans.

The Road Ahead

The Pakistan U-19 and Afghanistan U-19 teams hold immense potential for the future of cricket. Their talent, dedication, and fighting spirit offer a glimpse into the bright future of both cricketing nations. This match may be over, but the memories and lessons learned will stay.

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