Hasabnis, Prasad, Anushka put India A 1-0 up against Australia A
An aggressive, counter-attacking partnership between Tejal Hasabnis and Anushka helped India A overcome a shaky start to chase down their target against Australia A, securing a 1-0 lead.
India A overcame a shaky start to secure a commanding 1-0 lead in the series, chasing down their target against Australia A thanks to brilliant, counter-attacking knocks from Tejal Hasabnis and Anushka.
Facing a disciplined Australian attack, the visitors were left reeling early in their pursuit before the middle order stepped up to shift the momentum back in India's favor.
Earlier in the day, the Indian bowlers set the foundation, with Prasad delivering a superb spell to restrict the hosts and keep the target within reachable territory.
The chase began on a tense note as Australia A's bowlers made early inroads, putting the Indian top order under immense pressure with tight lines and early wickets.
However, Hasabnis joined forces with Anushka to steady the ship, opting for an aggressive approach that quickly defused the hosts' bowling threat.
Their fluent strokeplay and proactive running between the wickets forced Australia A to defensive fields, ultimately guiding India A over the line with comfortable overs to spare and setting a confident tone for the rest of the tour.