India A signed off their unofficial ODI series against Australia A with a 49-run victory in the third match at the Cricket Association Puducherry Siechem Stadium on Sunday, October 11, 2026. However, the hosts' win came too late to change the series outcome, with Australia A securing a 2-1 series triumph after winning the opening two matches.
After Australia A elected to field, India A were bowled out for 275 in 47.3 overs. The visitors appeared well placed during their chase but suffered a dramatic collapse, losing their final seven wickets for just 49 runs to be dismissed for 226 in 46.2 overs.
Suryansh Shedge Leads India A's Recovery
India A made a steady start through Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh, who gave the innings early momentum. Arya scored 49 off 45 balls, while Prabhsimran contributed 39 from 34 deliveries, striking six boundaries.
Australia A, however, kept the pressure on by taking wickets at regular intervals. Devdutt Padikkal managed just two runs, while captain Ruturaj Gaikwad made 33 off 57 balls but could not convert his start into a substantial innings.
With India A needing a significant contribution in the middle order, Suryansh Shedge stepped up. He struck 66 off 60 balls, providing the innings with valuable momentum and helping the hosts post a competitive total of 275.
Australia A's bowling effort was led by Ben Dwarshuis and Will Sutherland, who claimed three wickets apiece. Their breakthroughs prevented India A from building a bigger total, leaving the visitors with a target of 276.
Australia A Collapse After Promising Start
Australia A began the chase with contributions from Josh Philippe and Nathan McSweeney. Philippe scored 56 off 48 balls, while McSweeney added 39 from 58 deliveries to keep the visitors in contention.
At 177/3, Australia A appeared to have established a strong position in the chase. With wickets in hand and the target within reach, the visitors had an opportunity to take control of the contest.
India A, however, responded at a crucial stage. Their bowlers broke through the middle order, exposing the lower order and shifting the momentum decisively. Australia A lost their last seven wickets for only 49 runs, eventually falling 49 runs short.
Gurjapneet Singh led the bowling effort with three wickets, while Yash Thakur claimed two. Their timely breakthroughs helped India A turn a competitive chase into a convincing victory.
Turning Point: Seven Wickets for 49 Runs
The defining phase of the match came after Australia A reached 177/3. The visitors were still in a position to challenge the target, but India A needed a breakthrough to prevent the chase from slipping away.
Gurjapneet Singh and Yash Thakur helped trigger the collapse, with further wickets preventing Australia A from rebuilding. The loss of seven wickets for 49 runs proved decisive and secured India A's victory.
India A vs Australia A: Third Unofficial ODI Scorecard
Team | Score |
|---|---|
India A | 275 all out (47.3 overs) |
Australia A | 226 all out (46.2 overs) |
Match result | India A won by 49 runs |
Series result | Australia A won 2-1 |
Top performers
Suryansh Shedge — 66 off 60 balls
Priyansh Arya — 49 off 45 balls
Josh Philippe — 56 off 48 balls
Gurjapneet Singh — 3 wickets
Yash Thakur — 2 wickets
Australia A Take the Series Despite Final-Match Defeat
India A's victory provided a positive finish after defeats in the first two matches. The performance also highlighted the team's ability to fight back with the ball when Australia A appeared well placed to complete the chase.
Australia A, meanwhile, will take confidence from their overall 2-1 series win. Although they could not complete a clean sweep, their victories in the opening games secured the series. For India A, the final ODI offered a valuable finish and encouraging individual performances ahead of future assignments.
