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Rathod, Mulani Heroics Save India A in Thrilling Draw Against Australia A
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News18•02-10-2026, 18:42
Rathod, Mulani Heroics Save India A in Thrilling Draw Against Australia A
- •Yash Rathod (80 runs) and Shams Mulani (29 runs) batted for 36 overs in a crucial eighth-wicket stand, securing a draw for India A against Australia A.
- •India A, chasing 365, were 199 for seven before Rathod and Mulani added 80 runs, surviving the second new ball.
- •Night watchman Tushar Deshpande also contributed significantly with a determined 52 runs off 119 balls earlier in the day.
- •After Rathod and Mulani's dismissals, Nachiket Bhute and Praful Hinge survived the final three overs to seal the draw.
- •India A won the series 1-0, following their 162-run victory in the first match at the same venue.
Key Questions Answered
Yash Rathod and Shams Mulani batted out 36 overs during an 80-run eighth-wicket partnership, followed by the final pair surviving the last three overs to earn a thrilling draw.
India A won the two-match series 1-0, capitalizing on their 162-run victory in the first match held at the same venue.
Shams Mulani was awarded Player of the Series for his all-around contributions, while Sam Harper received the Player of the Match honor.
