Sun Dec 01 11:36:38 UTC 2024: **India Wins Warm-up Match Against Prime Minister’s XI**

Canberra, Australia – India secured a victory in their two-day warm-up match against the Prime Minister’s XI in Canberra on December 1st. The match, played at Manuka Oval, served as crucial preparation for the upcoming day-night Test in Adelaide.

Rain washed out the first day’s play, but on Sunday, India captain Rohit Sharma, returning to the side after missing the Perth Test due to the birth of his child, won the toss and elected to bowl first.

The Prime Minister’s XI, batting first, were bowled out for 240 runs in 43.2 overs. 19-year-old Sam Constas top-scored with a magnificent 107 runs. India’s Harshit Rana was the pick of the bowlers, taking 4 crucial wickets. Hano Jacobs also contributed significantly with a 61-run knock.

In response, India’s innings saw a strong start from openers Yashasvi Jaiswal (45) and KL Rahul (27), who put on a half-century partnership. However, Charlie Anderson then struck, dismissing both openers and captain Rohit Sharma cheaply. Subsequently, Shubman Gill made a solid 50 before retiring hurt, and Nitish Reddy also added a quick 42 runs. India eventually managed to surpass the PM XI total and won the match.

The win will boost India’s confidence ahead of the first day-night Test against Australia, starting December 6th in Adelaide. The warm-up match provided valuable practice with the pink ball under lights, a key element for success in the upcoming series. India currently leads the five-match Test series 1-0.

Read More