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Dhruv Jurel's unbeaten 99 steers India A to draw against New Zealand A in 2nd unofficial Test
✍️ Telangana Today
🗓 01 Nov 2026, 06:49 AM
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Dhruv Jurel scored an unbeaten 99 to pull India A level with New Zealand A in the second unofficial Test, averting a potential defeat.
India A faced New Zealand A in the second unofficial Test, a crucial fixture in the development series for both sides. After a shaky start, the Indian side found themselves under pressure, with New Zealand A gaining a solid foothold.
Coming in at a critical juncture, Dhruv Jurel played a composed innings, reaching 99 not out. His knock steadied the innings, allowing India A to recover and avoid a collapse, and ultimately ensured the match ended in a draw.
The partnership built around Jurel's resistance helped India A match New Zealand A's total, turning what seemed a likely loss into a salvaged result. The draw keeps the series evenly poised as both teams look ahead to the final unofficial Test.
Coaches from both camps praised the young batsman's temperament under pressure, noting that such performances are vital for the pipeline to the senior national side.
Coming in at a critical juncture, Dhruv Jurel played a composed innings, reaching 99 not out. His knock steadied the innings, allowing India A to recover and avoid a collapse, and ultimately ensured the match ended in a draw.
The partnership built around Jurel's resistance helped India A match New Zealand A's total, turning what seemed a likely loss into a salvaged result. The draw keeps the series evenly poised as both teams look ahead to the final unofficial Test.
Coaches from both camps praised the young batsman's temperament under pressure, noting that such performances are vital for the pipeline to the senior national side.