Nuwanidu Fernando's Hundred Secures Draw For Sri Lanka A Against Australia A
Nuwanidu Fernando's unbeaten 104 helped Sri Lanka A draw against Australia A in Darwin.
An outstanding unbeaten century from Nuwanidu Fernando enabled Sri Lanka A to secure a hard-fought draw against Australia A in the first four-day match in Darwin, as the game showcased impressive batting performances from both teams.
Sri Lanka A batted through the final day, ending their second innings at 3/280 from 81 overs. Fernando remained resilient with an unbeaten 104, guiding his team to safety with valuable support from Pavan Rathnayake (56*) and Pasindu Sooriyabandara (56). Australia A's all-rounder Liam Scott bowled economically, conceding just 10 runs in 10 overs while taking one wicket in the second innings.
Earlier, Australia A had amassed a formidable 486 in their first innings, with solid contributions from the top and middle order. C and Liam Scott both scored 94, while Josh Philippe (85), Mitchell Perry (61), and Jake Weatherald (54) further strengthened their batting dominance.
Sri Lankan spinner Sonal Dinusha was the standout bowler with figures of 4/97, ably supported by pacer Pramod Madushan, who took 3/82.
In response, Sri Lanka A managed 272 in their first innings, largely due to Dinusha's fighting 105 not out. Liam Scott (2/27) and Henry Thornton (2/31) were the most effective bowlers for the hosts.
Australia A scored a formidable 486 in their innings. In response, Sri Lanka A were dismissed for 272 in the first innings and reached 280 for 3 in their second innings.
When Is Next Match?
The second four-day match is scheduled to commence on Sunday.
Australia A had bagged the one-day series 2-1. They started strong with a commanding 198-run victory on July 4. Sri Lanka A responded in the second match on July 6, winning by 51 runs. However, Australia A clinched the series with a decisive seven-wicket win in the third match on July 9.
(With inputs from ANI)
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