Archive · 9 Nov 2025
Dhruv Jurel Stars as India A Sets Target for South Africa A
On the third day of a cricket match between India A and South Africa A, Dhruv Jurel batted exceptionally well and scored his second century in a row, reaching 127 not out.
He partnered with Harsh Dubey, who scored 84 runs.
Together, they helped India A declare their second innings with a total of 382 runs, giving them a big lead.
The other team, South Africa A, needs to score 417 runs to win the match.
At the end of the day, South Africa A had scored 25 runs without losing any wickets.
They face a tough challenge on the final day to reach the target.
Dhruv Jurel scored an unbeaten 127, his second consecutive century, strengthening India A's position.
Jurel and Harsh Dubey (84) formed a 184-run partnership for the sixth wicket.
India A declared their second innings at 382 for seven, setting a target of 417 for South Africa A.
By the end of Day 3, South Africa A were 25 for no loss, needing 392 more runs to win.
Lesego Senokwane (9*) and Jordan Hermann (15*) were at the crease for South Africa A.
- Who
- India A and South Africa A
- What
- India A declared their second innings at 382/7, setting a target of 417 for South Africa A, after Dhruv Jurel scored an unbeaten 127 and Harsh Dubey scored 84. South Africa A finished Day 3 at 25/0.
- When
- Day 3 of the four-day match, concluding on November 9, 2025.
- Where
- Bengaluru
- Why
- India A declared to set a challenging target and aim for a win, while South Africa A aims to chase the score.
India A
South Africa A
Match Situation on Day 3
India A
India A declared their second innings at 382 for seven, with Dhruv Jurel scoring an unbeaten 127 and Harsh Dubey adding 84, forming a 184-run partnership for the sixth wicket. This set a target of 417, giving them a significant lead.
South Africa A
South Africa A finished Day 3 at 25 for no loss, needing 392 more runs to win. Lesego Senokwane (9*) and Jordan Hermann (15*) are the opening batsmen.
- Match
- India A vs South Africa A, 2nd Unofficial Test
- Venue
- Bengaluru
- Day
- 3 (concluded), Day 4 in progress
- India A 2nd Innings Score
- 382/7 declared
- India A Overall Lead
- 416 runs
- South Africa A Score (Stumps Day 3)
- 25/0
- Target for SA A
- 417 runs
- Key Performers (IND A)
- Dhruv Jurel (127*), Harsh Dubey (84)
Sources
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