Australia A defeats India A by 125 runs in first unofficial ODI

Australia A defeated India A by 125 runs in the first of a three-match unofficial One-Day International series in Puducherry.

After opting to bat, Australia A recovered from a difficult 87/5 to reach a total of 274 all out. This recovery was driven by a 141-run partnership between Nathan McSweeney and captain Will Sutherland. McSweeney scored 123 runs off 135 balls, while Sutherland contributed 77 runs.

In response, India A struggled against the bowling attack, particularly Mahli Beardman, who took 4 wickets for 23 runs. India A was bowled out for 149 in 31.4 overs. Rajat Patidar was the top scorer for India A with 53 runs. Suryansh Shedge also made an impact for Australia A, claiming four wickets. The second match in the series is scheduled for October 9.