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Konstas, Phillipe and Johnson secure 2-0 lead for Australia A

India A were wrecked by pace and bounce again in a chase of 276

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 11:46 AM
Konstas, Phillipe and Johnson secure 2-0 lead for Australia A
Key Things to Know
  • Australia A defeated India A by 69 runs in Puducherry to secure an unassailable 2-0 series lead.
  • Australia A scored 275 and bowled out India A for 206.
  • Sam Konstas scored 67 and Josh Philippe added 58 in a 101-run second-wicket partnership.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Australia A secured an unassailable 2-0 lead in their three-match one-day series by defeating India A by 69 runs in Puducherry. Opting to bat first, Australia A posted a total of 275 behind half-centuries from opener Sam Konstas, who scored 67, and Josh Philippe, who made 58. The pair added a 101-run partnership for the second wicket to lay the foundation for the victory.

In response, India A were bowled out for 206 inside 46 overs after collapsing to 59 for 4 against Australia A's pace attack. Fast bowler Spencer Johnson led the bowling effort with figures of 3 for 35, dismissing top-scorer Rajat Patidar for 67 to end India A's resistance, while Riley Meredith claimed two wickets in the win.

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