India A vs Australia A 1st unofficial ODI at Kanpur on Sep 30, 2025, was a spectacular display of batting prowess as Shreyas Iyer and Priyansh Arya smashed centuries setting the tone for a high-scoring encounter. The match, played at Green Park Stadium, Kanpur, saw India A capitalizing on their batting strength to put up a mammoth total against the Australia A side, who had elected to field after winning the toss.

Shreyas Iyer and Priyansh Arya star with blazing centuries in 1st unofficial ODI

India A captain Iyer showed impressive form, smashing a brilliant 110 runs off 83 balls with 12 fours and a six, showcasing his ability to dominate the Australian bowlers. His aggressive yet controlled batting anchored India A’s innings as he built crucial partnerships around him. Arya was equally impressive with the bat, scoring 101 off 84 deliveries including 11 boundaries and one six. Together, these two crafted a sizzling century partnership, laying a solid foundation for the team.

Other notable contributions included Prabhsimran Singh’s brisk 56 in 53 balls and Riyan Parag’s valuable 67 runs from 42 deliveries, ensuring the momentum remained firmly with India A throughout the innings. Their combined efforts helped build relentless pressure on the Australian bowling attack, forcing errors and bowling at lengths conducive for scoring big runs.

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India A puts up a massive total against Australia A

India A’s innings was a rollercoaster of aggressive stroke play and strategic partnerships that culminated in a monumental total of 413/6 in the allotted 50 overs at a staggering run rate of 8.26. After a solid opening stand of 135 runs between Arya and Prabhsimran, the innings maintained a high tempo with successive partnerships keeping the scoreboard ticking at a brisk pace.

The middle order maintained the pressure with Ayush Badoni adding quick 50 runs from just 27 balls, while the lower middle order chipped in with valuable runs to prevent any collapse. Extras added 17 runs, further padding the hefty total. The Australia A bowlers toiled hard but could not curb the flow, with none able to restrict the dual onslaught of Iyer and Arya.

Bowling for Australia A, Liam Scott was the most economical, but the Indian batter’s fearless approach proved too overwhelming. The high total put India A in a commanding position and set an exciting platform for the remainder of the series.

This remarkable innings by India A in the 1st unofficial ODI against Australia A at Kanpur not only displayed the depth of talent in the Indian squad but also sent a strong message of intent to their Australian counterparts in the ongoing Australia A tour of India series. The stage is now set for an intriguing contest as Australia A aims to respond to the colossal challenge in the upcoming matches.

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