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Yashasvi Jaiswal scored his second consecutive century for India A, hitting 102 off 127 balls against New Zealand A on the opening day of the third unofficial Test in Lincoln. The left-handed opener's innings, which included 16 fours and two sixes, helped India A reach 227/2 before rain ended play early. Jaiswal's performance follows his unbeaten 155 in the previous match in Christchurch, marking a significant turnaround after a challenging period in red-ball cricket. Alongside Jaiswal, Sai Sudharsan remained unbeaten on 77, contributing to a commanding 175-run opening partnership.
The match also featured key players from India's Test squad, including Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja, and Prasidh Krishna, as they prepare for the upcoming two-Test series against New Zealand starting on November 19. The first two unofficial Tests between India A and New Zealand A ended in draws, making this match crucial for final preparations.
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