Galle, July 4: Sai Sudharsan’s fluent 168 and an excellent effort from middle and lower order batters helped India A reach a commanding 541 for eight after a rain-affected Day 3 of the second unofficial Test against Sri Lanka A here on Saturday.
India A are now leading by 175 runs with a day to go in the match.Sudharsan, who started the day from 104, marched on and made a big hundred (168, 267b, 22×4), after Devdutt Padikkal departed for his overnight score of 94.Devdutt’s first-over dismissal had India at 248 for two, but Sudharsan found an able ally in skipper Dhruv Jurel (53, 88b).
Gaikwad retires hurt
But before Sudharsan and Jurel joined forces, India went through a scare as Ruturaj Gaikwad (13) had to return to pavilion after copping a blow on his helmet by pacer Asanka Manoj.
However, India overcame that moment of worry through two skilful campaigners, but it remains to be seen whether Gaikwad can come out to bat on Sunday.
Sudharsan and Jurel added 120 runs for the third wicket to deny the home side another stiff, as India A extended their domination. (PTI)
