India A Triumphs with Jagadeesan's Century in T20 Warm-up Against USA

In a stunning display, Narayan Jagadeesan scored a century as India A defeated the USA by 38 runs in a T20 World Cup warm-up match. Significant performances from Ayush Badoni and Tilak Varma propelled India to a score of 238, while Ravi Bishnoi led the bowling attack to restrict USA to 200.

Narayan Jagadeesan's scintillating century powered India A to a commanding 38-run victory over the USA in their ICC T20 World Cup warm-up match at Navi Mumbai's DY Patil Stadium. The match marked the first of two practice games for India A ahead of facing Namibia on February 6.

USA, opting to field first, saw India A's Jagadeesan deliver a stellar 104 from 55 balls, supported by Tilak Varma's timely 38 in his comeback. Skipper Ayush Badoni also contributed with a rapid 60, enabling India to post a formidable 238/3. During USA's chase, chunky performances from Andries Gous and Sanjay Krishnamurthi led a spirited effort, but the team was ultimately bowled out for 200.

In the bowling department, Ravi Bishnoi excelled with three wickets, aided by solid performances from Naman Dhir and Khaleel Ahmed. Tilak, who recently returned from injury, added to his resurgence with both bat and ball, reflecting his critical role in the upcoming T20 World Cup.

(With inputs from agencies.)