India A bowl England Lions out for 587 in thrilling unofficial Test

India A and England Lions engaged in a thrilling unofficial Test match marked by high scores and competitive bowling.

India A set a formidable first innings total of 557 runs, putting pressure on the England Lions. In response, England Lions showcased resilience with strong batting performances, including centuries from Tom Haines (171), Dan Mousley (113), and Max Holden (101). The Lions reached a massive 587 runs before being bowled out.

Mukesh Kumar was a standout bowler for India A, claiming 3 wickets for 75 runs, helping to restrict the Lions despite their strong batting display. The match highlighted the competitive nature of the unofficial Test, with both teams demonstrating depth in batting and bowling.

The contest also saw players like Shardul Thakur and Nitish Kumar Reddy struggle to make an impact, as noted in the bowling department.

"Shardul Thakur and Nitish Kumar Reddy fighting for the lone seamer all-rounder's slot in the Test team were way below par against a dogged England Lions," reflecting the challenge faced by India A's seamers.

Overall, the match was a showcase of emerging talent and intense competition, with England Lions narrowly surpassing India A's total, making it a memorable unofficial Test encounter.

India A bowled out England Lions for 587 in a thrilling unofficial Test after posting a mammoth 557 in their first innings. England Lions' strong batting, including centuries from Tom Haines and Dan Mousley, made it a high-scoring contest, with Mukesh Kumar taking key wickets.