IND vs AUS PM XI Warm-Up Match: Gill’s Fifty, Harshit’s Bowling Heroics Lead India to Victory

BCCI

The Indian cricket team showcased an impressive performance against the Australia Prime Minister’s XI in a warm-up match ahead of the Adelaide Test. The match, reduced to 46 overs per side due to rain, saw India defeating the hosts by six wickets. Australia PM XI scored 240 runs in 43.2 overs, but India surpassed the target in 43.5 overs, finishing with 241/5. The match continued for practice purposes, and India extended their lead by scoring 257/5 in 46 overs, securing a 17-run advantage.

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Shubman Gill’s Stellar Comeback

Opener Shubman Gill impressed with a brilliant half-century, scoring 62 runs off 50 balls before retiring hurt. His innings included elegant strokes, signaling his readiness for a comeback in the second Test after missing the first due to a thumb injury.

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Contributions from Other Indian Batsmen

• Yashasvi Jaiswal: 45 runs from 59 balls, including nine boundaries.
• Nitish Kumar Reddy: Scored a quickfire 42.
• Washington Sundar: Remained unbeaten with a solid 42*.
• KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja added crucial 27 runs each, stabilizing the chase.

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Australian Standouts: Sam Konstans’ Century

For the hosts, Sam Konstans led with a magnificent 107 runs off 97 balls, including 14 boundaries and a six. His innings, supported by Hano Jacobs’ 61 and Jack Clayton’s 40, helped Australia PM XI post a fighting total.

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Harshit Rana’s Bowling Brilliance

India’s bowling attack, led by Harshit Rana, dismantled the Australian batting lineup. Harshit picked up 4 wickets for 44 runs in his six overs.

• Akash Deep: Claimed two wickets.
• Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Sundar, and Jadeja: Contributed with one wicket each.

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Rain Plays Spoilsport

The game faced interruptions due to rain, leading to the reduction of overs. However, the Indian team adapted well under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, who won the toss and opted to bowl first.