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Padikkal’s 199, Sundar’s fifty put India A in control vs New Zealand A

India A put themselves in a strong position in the first unofficial Test against New Zealand A after a solid batting effort on Day 3 in Lincoln on Monday. They reached 488 for 8 in their second innings, taking their…

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 5:31 AM
Padikkal’s 199, Sundar’s fifty put India A in control vs New Zealand A
Key Things to Know
  • Devdutt Padikkal scored 199 to put India A in control with a 284-run lead against New Zealand A.
  • India A finished Day 3 of the unofficial Test on 488 for 8 in their second innings.
  • Washington Sundar remained unbeaten on 51 at stumps alongside tailender Akash Deep.
The Story in 60 Seconds

India A took firm control of the first unofficial Test against New Zealand A, reaching 488 for 8 in their second innings on Day 3 in Lincoln. Devdutt Padikkal spearheaded the effort with a standout 199 off 248 balls, falling just one run short of a double century. Bad light eventually brought an early end to play, leaving India A holding a 284-run lead over the hosts.

Washington Sundar provided crucial support and remained unbeaten on 51 at stumps, marking his 13th first-class half-century. Rathod also contributed significantly with 66 runs to overcome a modest 113-run total in the first innings, while New Zealand A were previously dismissed for 317.

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