Arya, Prabhsimran and Iyer Power India A to Massive 413 Against Australia A in Kanpur
India A delivered a spectacular batting performance in the rescheduled 1st Unofficial ODI against Australia A at Green Park Kanpur on October 1, 2025. The home side posted a mammoth total of 413 for 6 in their allotted 50 overs, showcasing a mix of aggressive stroke play and steady partnerships. Star performers Priyansh Arya, Prabhsimran Singh and Shreyas Iyer led the charge with magnificent centuries, ensuring India A dominated the first innings and put Australia A under immense pressure.
Explosive Start from Prabhsimran Singh
Wicketkeeper Prabhsimran Singh played a sublime knock of 56 runs off 53 balls, striking at over 105. His innings featured crisp boundaries and quick running between the wickets. Singh provided India A with a confident start, sharing a 135-run partnership with Priyansh Arya for the first wicket. His timing and placement allowed India A to build a strong foundation for the innings.
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Priyansh Arya Anchors the Innings
Priyansh Arya played a commanding innings of 101 off 84 balls. Displaying a perfect blend of aggression and composure, Arya anchored the middle overs while maintaining a healthy scoring rate. His partnership with Prabhsimran Singh and later with Shreyas Iyer proved crucial in accelerating India A’s innings. Arya’s shot selection and ability to rotate strike effectively kept Australia A’s bowlers under pressure throughout.
Shreyas Iyer Steals the Spotlight
Shreyas Iyer, the captain of India A, produced the standout performance of the innings with a brilliant 110 off 83 balls. Iyer’s knock was a masterclass in timing and power hitting. He scored boundaries at will while rotating the strike cleverly, ensuring momentum never dipped. His partnership with Riyan Parag for the third wicket added 132 runs, taking India A to a commanding position by the 40th over. Iyer’s performance not only boosted the team’s morale but also signaled his intent for the ongoing series.
Contributions from Other Key Players
Riyan Parag contributed a solid 67 off 42 balls, complementing Iyer’s aggressive innings. Ayush Badoni played an explosive 50 off 27 balls, including a flurry of boundaries in the final overs to push India A past 400. Nishant Sindhu and Ravi Bishnoi provided stability at the end of the innings, remaining unbeaten and adding vital runs. Their presence allowed India A to maintain a high run rate despite losing wickets at regular intervals.
Australia A Bowling Struggles
Australia A bowlers found it difficult to contain the home side. Tom Straker, Will Sutherland and Liam Scott managed to pick wickets but leaked crucial runs at key moments. Todd Murphy and Cooper Connolly also failed to maintain consistent pressure, allowing India A batsmen to dominate in every phase of the innings. Tanveer Sangha picked a wicket but the team lacked breakthroughs at the right time, making the total even more challenging for the chase.
Key Players to Watch in Australia A Chase
- Lachlan Shaw and Cooper Connolly will be crucial in giving Australia A a solid start
- Sophie Mackenzie Harvey and Liam Scott need to stabilize the innings in the middle overs
- Tom Straker and Will Sutherland’s bowling attack must provide early breakthroughs to defend a massive total
Australia A faces a formidable task chasing 414 runs, requiring a disciplined batting approach and smart running between wickets.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who scored the most runs for India A in the innings
Shreyas Iyer scored the highest with 110 runs, followed closely by Priyansh Arya with 101 and Riyan Parag with 67 -
What was India A’s total in the first innings
India A scored 413 for 6 in their allotted 50 overs -
Who were the key contributors in partnerships
Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya shared a 135-run opening stand while Shreyas Iyer and Riyan Parag added 132 for the third wicket -
Which Australia A bowlers performed
Tom Straker Will Sutherland and Liam Scott picked up wickets but struggled to contain the run flow -
Where was the match played
The match took place at Green Park Stadium Kanpur
India A’s innings was a brilliant showcase of skill, temperament and tactical acumen. With three players scoring centuries and contributions from the lower middle order, the home side set a massive target for Australia A. The match promises an exciting contest as Australia A attempts to chase a challenging total in the second innings, while India A looks to maintain dominance in the series.