Prabhsimran Singh Century Leads India A to Thrilling Win Over Australia A

Prabhsimran Singh century set the stage for a nail-biting India A victory over Australia A in the third unofficial ODI at Green Park Stadium on Sunday. His blistering hundred, followed by a calm finish from Vipraj Nigam, ensured the hosts secured a dramatic two-wicket win while chasing 317.

Early Brilliance from Prabhsimran Singh

Prabhsimran Singh wasted no time in stamping authority on the chase. Displaying confidence against both pace and spin, he hammered his sixth List A century off just 66 deliveries. His aggressive approach dismantled Australia A’s bowling plans, especially the on-side trap, where he consistently pierced gaps at deep midwicket and square leg.

The right-hander’s innings gave India A the perfect launchpad in a daunting chase. By the 20th over, however, he mistimed a shot off Tanveer Sangha and departed for 102, leaving the score at 145—still far from the target.

Iyer and Parag Steady the Innings

After the early fireworks, India A needed composure. Shreyas Iyer and Riyan Parag provided exactly that, stitching together a vital 117-run partnership for the fourth wicket. Both batters showed maturity, rotating the strike while punishing loose deliveries.

Iyer struck 62, showcasing his trademark timing through the covers, while Parag matched him stroke for stroke with another 62. Their stand looked set to seal the match before both fell in quick succession attempting to dominate Sangha, who ended with four wickets.

Collapse Sparks Australia A’s Comeback

The double blow triggered a middle-order collapse. India A, cruising at one stage, suddenly lost five wickets for just 39 runs. With the scoreboard reading 301 for eight, Australia A sensed an unlikely victory.

The pressure mounted, and spinners Todd Murphy and Sangha kept chipping away. Yet, in the tense atmosphere, Vipraj Nigam displayed composure beyond his years.

Vipraj Nigam Holds Nerve

Coming in with the match delicately poised, Vipraj Nigam played a controlled 24 not out from 32 balls, including two boundaries and a six. His calm approach ensured India A crossed the line with four overs to spare, sealing a memorable two-wicket win.

Prabhsimran Singh was named Player of the Match, but Nigam’s finishing touch proved equally significant in keeping India A ahead in the series momentum.

Australia A’s Fighting Effort

Earlier, Australia A’s innings was a tale of recovery. At 115 for five, they looked in deep trouble, but a brilliant 152-run partnership between Liam Scott and Jack Edwards turned the tide.

Scott scored 73, while Edwards top-scored with a fluent 89, counter-attacking India A’s spinners with clever use of the crease. Their stand revived the visitors and pushed the total past 300.

Cooper Connolly had also contributed 64 at the top, but late wickets derailed Australia A’s progress. Arshdeep Singh’s variations (3/38) and Harshit Rana’s pace (3/60) proved decisive in restricting them to 316 in 45.5 overs.

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Key Takeaways from the Match

• Prabhsimran Singh’s century was the defining factor, setting up the chase with controlled aggression.

• Iyer and Parag’s partnership showed India A’s middle-order depth, though their dismissals highlighted the dangers of over-attacking.

• Australia A’s lower-order fightback underlined the team’s resilience, with Scott and Edwards impressing.

• Vipraj Nigam’s composure in crunch moments could make him a name to watch in India’s future setup.

Final Scorecard

Australia A: 316 in 45.5 overs (Cooper Connolly 64, Liam Scott 73, Jack Edwards 89; Arshdeep Singh 3/38, Harshit Rana 3/60)
India A: 322/8 in 46 overs (Prabhsimran Singh 102, Shreyas Iyer 62, Riyan Parag 62; Tanveer Sangha 4/72, Todd Murphy 4/42)

Result: India A won by 2 wickets
Toss: Australia A
Player of the Match: Prabhsimran Singh