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India A Secure 428‑Run Lead Over New Zealand A with Jurel and Varma Brilliance
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 01:17 PM
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India A built a commanding 428‑run advantage over New Zealand A, powered by standout performances from Dhruv Jurel and Tilak Varma.
India A opened the series against New Zealand A with an emphatic 428‑run lead, setting a strong tone for the upcoming fixtures.
Dhruv Jurel was the star of the day, scoring a rapid 112 off 70 balls, which included 12 fours and 4 sixes. His innings provided the foundation for the team's massive total.
Tilak Varma complemented Jurel’s heroics with a solid 78, featuring 6 fours and 2 sixes, and his disciplined bowling later in the innings restricted the New Zealand A side to a modest score.
The result gives India A a psychological edge and a comfortable cushion as the series progresses, while New Zealand A will need to regroup for the next match.
Dhruv Jurel was the star of the day, scoring a rapid 112 off 70 balls, which included 12 fours and 4 sixes. His innings provided the foundation for the team's massive total.
Tilak Varma complemented Jurel’s heroics with a solid 78, featuring 6 fours and 2 sixes, and his disciplined bowling later in the innings restricted the New Zealand A side to a modest score.
The result gives India A a psychological edge and a comfortable cushion as the series progresses, while New Zealand A will need to regroup for the next match.