438 Runs in One Game! India A Wins, But USA Fights Back Hard

If the T20 World Cup warm-ups are supposed to be about testing waters, India A decided to simply boil the ocean. On a sweltering evening at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai, fans witnessed a masterclass in modern T20 batting.

In a high-scoring thriller that saw a staggering 438 runs scored in less than 40 overs, India A emerged victorious by 38 runs against a spirited USA side. While the result was expected, the sheer ferocity of the Indian batting—led by a spectacular century from Narayan Jagadeesan and a finishing masterclass by Ayush Badoni—sent a loud message to the selectors. However, the USA team, often considered underdogs, earned massive respect by posting 200 runs in response, proving they are no pushovers for the upcoming mega event.

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The India A Innings: Carnage from Ball One

After being put to bat by the USA (who won the toss), India A wasted no time in dismantling the bowling attack. The innings was anchored by ruthless aggression, eventually ending at a mammoth 238/3 in their 20 overs.

The Jagadeesan Show (104 off 55)

The star of the show was undoubtedly Narayan Jagadeesan. Opening the batting, he treated the USA bowlers with disdain, blending classical shots with brute force. His innings of 104 came off just 55 balls, striking at a rate that kept the momentum firmly in India’s favor.

He wasn’t alone. Tilak Varma provided solid support in the middle order with a brisk 38 (24), ensuring the run rate never dipped.

Ayush Badoni’s Finishing Touch (60 off 26)*

If Jagadeesan set the platform, Ayush Badoni launched the rocket. Coming in late, Badoni played a gem of an innings, smashing an unbeaten 60 off just 26 balls. His strike rate of 230+ completely deflated the USA bowling unit in the death overs, pushing the total well beyond the psychological 220-mark.

India A Batting Scorecard (Key Performers)

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USA’s Bowling: A Tough Day at the Office

Bowling to this Indian lineup on a flat Navi Mumbai deck is a nightmare for any attack. The USA bowlers struggled to contain the flow of boundaries.

• Shubham Ranjane was the pick of the bowlers in terms of economy, picking up 1 wicket for 12 runs in his 2 overs—a rare bright spot in a bowling card filled with expensive spells.
• Pacer Ali Khan and Jasdeep Singh both chipped in with a wicket apiece but were expensive, conceding 36 runs each in their 3-over spells.

USA Bowling Figures (Vs India A)

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The Chase: USA Goes Down Swinging

Chasing 239 was always going to be a near-impossible task, but the USA batters didn’t get the memo. Instead of playing for a respectable defeat, they came out swinging, managing to post a commendable 200 All Out in 19.4 overs.

Gous and Krishnamurthi Fight Back

Andries Gous led the counter-attack with a fiery 44 off 31 balls, showing great intent against India’s pace attack. He found an able partner in Sanjay Krishnamurthi, who was even more aggressive, blasting 41 off just 18 balls (Strike Rate: 227.77).

Even Shubham Ranjane contributed with the bat, scoring a quick 28 off 17, proving his utility as an all-rounder. While they lost wickets at regular intervals, keeping the run rate near 10 runs per over against a quality attack like India A is a significant achievement for USA cricket.

USA Batting Scorecard (Top Scorers)

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India A Bowling: Spin Wins the Day

While the pacers went for runs, it was the spin wizardry of Ravi Bishnoi that made the difference. On a pitch offering nothing to the bowlers, Bishnoi’s wrong-‘uns and quick sliders deceived the American batters.

• Ravi Bishnoi finished with match-winning figures of 3/37 in his 4 overs, breaking crucial partnerships whenever USA looked dangerous.
• Khaleel Ahmed provided the breakthroughs with the new ball and at the death, taking 2/25.
• Naman Dhir cleaned up the tail incredibly quickly, taking 2 wickets for just 6 runs in 0.4 overs to end the match.

India A Bowling Figures (Key Spells)

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Key Takeaways & Analysis

1. Jagadeesan is Knocking on the Door With the senior team always looking for backup openers, Narayan Jagadeesan’s 104 is a timely reminder of his class. His ability to accelerate without taking undue risks was the highlight of the innings.

2. USA is World Cup Ready Scoring 200 against an attack featuring Khaleel Ahmed and Ravi Bishnoi is no small feat. The USA top order, especially Sanjay Krishnamurthi, showed they can punish loose deliveries. Their bowling needs tightening, but their batting intent is dangerous.

3. Badoni: The New Finisher? India has been searching for reliable finishers in the T20 format. Ayush Badoni’s 60* was pure carnage. His 360-degree play makes him a difficult batter to set fields for.

4. Spin Remains King In a match dominated by batters, Ravi Bishnoi’s 3 wickets proved that quality wrist spin is still the most valuable currency in T20 cricket.

Conclusion

India A might have won by 38 runs, but this match was a victory for cricket. It showcased the terrifying depth of Indian talent and the rising standard of Associate nations like the USA. If this warm-up is any indication, the upcoming World Cup is going to be a festival of runs.

Match Summary At a Glance

• Match: India A vs USA (Warm-up)
• Venue: DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai
• Toss: USA (Bowling)
• Result: India A won by 38 runs
• Player of the Match (Unofficial): Narayan Jagadeesan (104 runs)

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