Sri Lanka, 17 June (Sports Desk)
Match: India A vs Afghanistan A
Tournament: Tri-Nation A Series 2026 (List-A Match)
Venue: Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla, Sri Lanka
Result: India A won by 101 runs
India A Post a Strong 319/9
Batting first after winning the toss, India A put up an imposing total of 319/9 in 50 overs, scoring at a run rate of 6.38. The Indian batsmen laid a solid foundation and maintained momentum throughout the innings with useful partnerships and timely acceleration.
Despite losing wickets at regular intervals in the latter stages, India A managed to cross the 300-run mark thanks to valuable contributions from the top and middle order. Their aggressive approach in the final overs helped them set a daunting target of 320 runs.
India A Innings
| Team | Score | Overs | Run Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| India A | 319/9 | 50 overs | 6.38 |
Afghanistan A Fold for 218
Chasing 320, Afghanistan A struggled to keep pace with the required run rate. Indian bowlers dominated proceedings right from the start, striking regularly and not allowing the Afghan batters to settle.
Afghanistan A lost wickets at crucial intervals and were eventually bowled out for 218 in 36.5 overs, scoring at a run rate of 5.92. Despite some resistance from the middle order, they failed to build substantial partnerships and never truly threatened India’s total.
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Afghanistan A Innings
| Team | Score | Overs | Run Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan A | 218 all out | 36.5 overs | 5.92 |
Match Summary
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| India A | 319/9 (50 overs) |
| Afghanistan A | 218 all out (36.5 overs) |
| Result | India A won by 101 runs |
Key Highlights
- India A scored 319/9 in their allotted 50 overs.
- Strong batting partnerships helped India A cross the 300-run mark.
- Afghanistan A were bowled out for 218 in 36.5 overs.
- Indian bowlers kept constant pressure on the opposition.
- India A secured a convincing 101-run victory.
- The win strengthened India’s position in the Tri-Nation A Series 2026.
Turning Point
The turning point came during Afghanistan A’s chase when India A’s bowlers picked up wickets regularly and denied the opposition any significant partnerships. The disciplined bowling attack ensured Afghanistan A never gained momentum, leading to a comprehensive victory.
Conclusion
India A produced a complete all-round performance to defeat Afghanistan A by 101 runs in the Tri-Nation A Series 2026 at Dambulla. After posting a challenging total of 319/9, the Indian bowlers backed up the batting effort brilliantly by dismissing Afghanistan A for 218, registering a dominant win and continuing their impressive campaign in Sri Lanka.
