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Yashasvi Jaiswal Smashes Unbeaten 155 as India 'A' Draw Second Unofficial Test Against New Zealand 'A'

On November 3, 2026, opener Yashasvi Jaiswal roared back to form with an explosive unbeaten 155, teaming up with century-maker Yash Rathod to lead India 'A' to a secure draw against New Zealand 'A' on the final day of the second unofficial Test in Christchurch.

Nilakshi Barman | | 2 min read

Yashasvi Jaiswal Smashes Unbeaten 155 as India 'A' Draw Second Unofficial Test Against New Zealand 'A'
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  1. Yashasvi Jaiswal remained unbeaten on 155 off 162 balls, striking 15 boundaries and five sixes at a strike rate of 95.68.
  2. Jaiswal and Yash Rathod (100 not out off 122 balls) forged a dominant 247-run partnership for the third wicket.
  3. India 'A' recovered after losing Sai Sudharsan (11) and Devdutt Padikkal (0) early in their second innings, successfully erasing New Zealand 'A's 78-run first-innings deficit.
  4. India 'A' reached 282/2 in 52.4 overs before declaring, leading by 204 runs when the rain-affected match was officially called a draw.

Jaiswal's Counter-Attacking 155 Guides India 'A' to Draw in Christchurch

Star opener Yashasvi Jaiswal provided a stern reminder of his match-winning prowess on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, smashing an unbeaten 155 off just 162 deliveries to ensure India 'A' comfortably drew the second unofficial Test against New Zealand 'A' at Hagley Oval.

Entering the final day with India 'A' trailing in their second innings after New Zealand 'A' posted 424 in reply to India's first-innings total of 346, the visitors faced early trouble.

Early Stumble and Dominant Recovery

India 'A' suffered an early setback on Day 4, losing Sai Sudharsan for 11 and Devdutt Padikkal for a first-ball duck, leaving the side precariously placed at 36/2. However, Jaiswal launched a fierce counter-attack to seize control of the contest.

Joined by Vidarbha batter Yash Rathod, Jaiswal dismantled the Kiwi attack, bringing up his century in style by lifting spinner Dean Foxcroft over the boundaries. Rathod played an equally impressive hand, accelerating to score 100 off 122 balls. Together, the duo put on an unbroken 247-run partnership, wiping out the 78-run deficit and putting India 'A' firmly ahead.

Timely Form Ahead of Senior Series

Following a century, Jaiswal survived a brief injury scare when a bouncer struck him near the neck, but he resumed batting after receiving field treatment from the medical team. Shortly after Rathod completed his maiden hundred for India 'A', the team declared their second innings at 282/2 with a lead of 204 runs.

Jaiswal's fluent, high-tempo knock marks an essential return to form after a string of low scores in recent outings, offering crucial momentum ahead of India's upcoming Test series against New Zealand.


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