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India A clinch 49-run win over Australia A in 3rd ODI, avoid series sweep
✍️ Zee News
🗓 12 Oct 2026, 08:37 AM
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India A defeated Australia A by 49 runs in the third One Day International, preventing a 3-0 whitewash.
India A secured a 49-run victory over Australia A in the third One Day International, halting a potential 3-0 series sweep. The win came thanks to standout performances from Gurjapneet Singh, Yash Thakur and Nishant Sindhu, who contributed crucial runs and wickets at key moments.
Opening the innings, Gurjapneet Singh provided a steady start, anchoring the top order and setting a platform for the middle order. Yash Thakur added valuable runs in the middle overs, while also delivering disciplined bowling that restricted the Australian chase.
Nishant Sindhu's all‑round effort proved decisive; his quickfire cameo boosted the total and his later spell helped dismantle the Australia A batting line‑up. The combined contributions ensured India A posted a competitive total that the visitors could not chase.
Australia A fell short despite a late surge, ultimately succumbing to the 49-run deficit. The result keeps the series alive, giving India A a chance to level the contest in the remaining matches.
The win also highlights the depth of India's emerging talent pool, with the three players showcasing the skill set required for higher honours in the senior national side.
Opening the innings, Gurjapneet Singh provided a steady start, anchoring the top order and setting a platform for the middle order. Yash Thakur added valuable runs in the middle overs, while also delivering disciplined bowling that restricted the Australian chase.
Nishant Sindhu's all‑round effort proved decisive; his quickfire cameo boosted the total and his later spell helped dismantle the Australia A batting line‑up. The combined contributions ensured India A posted a competitive total that the visitors could not chase.
Australia A fell short despite a late surge, ultimately succumbing to the 49-run deficit. The result keeps the series alive, giving India A a chance to level the contest in the remaining matches.
The win also highlights the depth of India's emerging talent pool, with the three players showcasing the skill set required for higher honours in the senior national side.