India A v South Africa A (2nd unofficial Test)Day 3

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Saturday 8 Nov 2025

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BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground • 

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The India A Cricket team, also known as the India national emerging cricket team, is a prestigious team representing India in international cricket tournaments. With talented players selected from the domestic cricket leagues, India A has a strong track record in various competitions such as the Emerging Teams Asia Cup and Quadrangular series. The team has also won several awards, including the Emerging Cricket Team of the Year at the ICC Awards in 2018. Some notable players who have represented India A include captain Prithvi Shaw, Shubman Gill, and Ishan Kishan. The team plays their home matches at the iconic M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bangalore, known for its lively atmosphere and world-class facilities. India A continues to groom promising young players and has become a breeding ground for future stars of Indian cricket.

South Africa A is the second-tier cricket team representing South Africa in international competitions. They have a strong track record, having won the 2015–17 ICC Intercontinental Cup and finishing as runners-up in the 2013-14 and 2016–17 editions. The current team is captained by Aiden Markram, with Graeme Smith as the head coach. Some notable players who have emerged from South Africa A include Faf du Plessis, Temba Bavuma, and Kagiso Rabada, who have all gone on to represent the senior national team. The team often plays their home matches at the picturesque Senwes Park in Potchefstroom. With a combination of experienced players and talented youngsters, South Africa A is a force to be reckoned with in the world of cricket.