2nd Youth Test, Day 3: England U19 In Control Despite Vihaan Malhotra's Century
Vihaan Malhotra's century couldn't prevent India U19 from struggling against Ralphie Albert's 6/53, as England led by 123 runs at the end of Day 3.
Vihaan Malhotra scored a fluent century, but the India U19 batters struggled against left-arm spinner Ralphie Albert, allowing England to gain the upper hand after Day 3 of the second four-day Youth Test on Tuesday.
Malhotra (120 off 123 balls) and Ayush Mhatre (80 off 90 balls) fought valiantly for India, but they were bowled out for 279 in their first innings, conceding a lead of 30 runs.
By the end of the day, England were at 93 without loss in their second innings, with an overall lead of 123 runs. Adam Thomas (50 not out) and BJ Dawkins (42 not out) were at the crease.
What Happened In India Vs England, Youth Test?
India, overnight at 51 for one, looked poised to gain a substantial advantage as Malhotra, who resumed at 6, and Mhatre, starting from 24, added 133 runs for the second wicket in just over 24 overs.
At 170 for 1, India seemed in control, but Mhatre's dismissal shifted the momentum. England, led by left-arm spinner Albert (6/53), placed the visitors under significant pressure.
India briefly rebounded with a 61-run partnership for the fifth wicket between Malhotra and Harvansh Panglia (28). However, Albert decimated the Indian lineup, as they lost their last six wickets for just 37 runs.
Brief scores: England U19: 309 all out and 93 for no loss in 25 overs vs India U19: 279 all out in 58.1 overs (Vihaan Malhotra 120, Ayush Mhatre 80; Ralphie Albert 6/53).
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