India A vs England Lions Live Streaming, 1st Unofficial Test, Day 3: India A may have posted a daunting 557 on the board, but the England Lions refused to be overawed on day two of the four-day clash in Canterbury.
Karun Nair’s majestic 204 – his fourth double-century in first-class cricket – was the highlight of India A’s innings, which saw solid contributions from Dhruv Jurel (94) and Sarfaraz Khan (92).
Nair’s seven-hour stay was a masterclass in patience and strokeplay, earning him a rousing ovation from the crowd as he staked a strong claim for a Test berth. But the Lions responded with grit and determination, led by Tom Haines’ unbeaten century that steadied the ship after early nerves.
Haines, in fine County form, brought up his third hundred of the summer with calculated aggression and clever shot selection. Supported ably by Max Holden (64*) and Emilio Gay (46), the hosts ended the day at 237 for 2, still 320 runs behind but firmly in the contest.
India A’s bowlers had to toil hard on a slow, flattening pitch, with occasional brilliance from Anshul Kamboj, who dismissed opener Ben McKinney early. However, dropped catches and erratic lines let the pressure slip, allowing the Lions to score at over four runs an over. As the match heads into its third day, the spotlight remains on India’s bowlers – and whether they can wrest back momentum on a placid surface.
Match Information
- Match: England Lions vs India A, 1st Unofficial Test, Day 3
- Date: Thursday, May 30 to Sunday, June 2, 2025
- Time: 3:30 PM IST / 11:00 AM Local Time
- Venue: St Lawrence Ground, Canterbury, Kent, United Kingdom
India A vs England Lions Live Streaming Details
India:
- Television Broadcast: No live telecast available on Indian TV.
- Online Streaming: ECB Website and ECB App
Other Countries:
- England: ECB Website and ECB App (11:00 AM Local Time)
- Rest of World: ECB YouTube Channel
India A vs England Lions Weather & Pitch Report
Day three of the first unofficial Test between India A and England Lions at St Lawrence Ground, Canterbury, could see interruptions as light rain is forecast throughout the day. With temperatures hovering around a chilly 13.2°C and humidity levels at 74%, conditions are expected to remain damp and overcast. Winds blowing at 4.1 m/s may also influence swing for seamers early in the day, adding an extra challenge for the batters.
While a detailed pitch report isn’t available, the surface on day two appeared to have flattened out, offering less assistance to bowlers as the day progressed. With moisture in the air and light rain looming, bowlers may get some early movement, but interruptions could disrupt rhythm and momentum. Both teams will be hoping the rain stays away long enough to allow for meaningful play, especially with the Lions still trailing by 320 runs and looking to build on their solid start.
India A vs England Lions Previews
India A will look to tighten the screws on day three after England Lions mounted a spirited reply, ending day two at 237 for 2 in response to a massive 557. Karun Nair’s classy double-century set the tone early, but the visitors were made to work hard in the field as Tom Haines led the resistance with a fluent, unbeaten hundred. With the pitch flattening out and the outfield quickening, India A’s bowlers-particularly the seamers-will need to find consistency and capitalise on any morning moisture to break through the Lions’ top order.
The England Lions, meanwhile, will aim to continue their strong batting display and bat deep into the day to push the pressure back on India A. With Haines looking solid and Max Holden settled at the crease, the hosts will fancy their chances of avoiding a follow-on. The first session will be crucial for both sides, as India A hunt for breakthroughs while the Lions look to chip away at the 320-run deficit.
India A vs England Lions Full Squads
India A Squad:
Abhimanyu Easwaran(c), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Karun Nair, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ishan Kishan, Dhruv Jurel(w), Shardul Thakur, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Khaleel Ahmed, Mukesh Kumar, Harshit Rana, Akash Deep, Harsh Dubey, Anshul Kamboj, Manav Suthar, Tanush Kotian, Tushar Deshpande, Sarfaraz Khan.
England Lions Squad:
Tom Haines, Ben McKinney, Emilio Gay, James Rew(w/c), Jordan Cox, Ajeet Dale, Dan Mousley, Rehan Ahmed, Josh Hull, Eddie Jack, Farhan Ahmed, Rocky Flintoff, Zaman Akhter, Henry Crocombe, Max Holden.