In a thrilling conclusion to the one-day series, India A secured a comprehensive 171-run victory over Australia A, thanks to a spectacular performance by 20-year-old leg-spinner Priya Mishra. The third and final one-dayer, held today, witnessed Mishra’s exceptional bowling leading to a stunning defeat of Australia A.
A Game-Changing Performance
India A set a target of 244 runs after scoring 243/9 in their 50 overs. The innings saw notable contributions from Tejal Hasabnis, who scored a vital 50 off 66 balls, and Raghvi Bist, who added a solid 53 off 64 balls. Despite a shaky start, with India A reeling at 43/3, the partnership between Tejal and Raghvi rescued the innings, propelling the team to a competitive total. Sajeevan Sajana (40) and captain Minnu Mani (34) further strengthened the score, taking India A past the 200-run mark.
Mishra’s Bowling Brilliance
Chasing a challenging total, Australia A crumbled under the pressure of Priya Mishra’s spell. Making her debut on this tour, Mishra claimed five wickets for just 14 runs, dismantling the Australian batting lineup. Her wickets included crucial dismissals of opener Maddy Darke (22) and top-order batter Tess Flintoff (20), leaving Australia A struggling at 52/4. She continued her dominance by removing Nicole Faltum (2), Kate Peterson (1), and Nicola Hancock (0), bowling Australia A out for a mere 72 runs in just 22.1 overs.
Series Wrap-Up
This win provided India A with a much-needed boost after a series of losses—three T20s in Brisbane and two one-dayers—leaving them with a solitary victory in the six-match white-ball series. The one-off unofficial Test is scheduled to be played in Gold Coast from August 22, offering both teams an opportunity to showcase their skills in a different format.
Brief Scores
- India A: 243/9 in 50 overs (Tejal Hasabnis 50, Raghvi Bist 53, Sajeevan Sajana 40, Minnu Mani 34; Maitlan Brown 3/39, Charli Knott 2/26)
- Australia A: 72 in 22.1 overs (Priya Mishra 5/14, Minnu Mani 2/4)
Priya Mishra’s outstanding debut performance has not only secured a memorable win for India A but also marked a significant milestone in her budding career.
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