The 2nd unofficial Test between India A and Australia A is scheduled to begin tomorrow, September 29, 2026, at 9:30 AM IST. The 4-day match will be played at the Cricket Association Puducherry Siechem Ground in Puducherry.
India A leads the two-match multi-day series 1-0 after securing a dominant 162-run victory in the first unofficial Test at the same venue.
Match Details
- Dates: September 29 – October 02, 2026
- Start Time: 9:30 AM IST | 4:00 AM GMT
- Venue: Cricket Association Puducherry Siechem Ground, Puducherry
Team squads with their playing role
The complete India A and Australia A multi-day squads for the unofficial Test series, along with their primary playing roles, are listed below:
Head-to-Head Match Record
The head-to-head match record between India A and Australia A in unofficial Test matches shows a highly competitive rivalry, with India A currently holding the upper hand, especially in recent years on home soil.
Unofficial Test Head-to-Head (Last 3 Matches)
Head-to-Head Summary: India A have won two of the last three unofficial Tests against Australia A, while one match ended in a draw.
Last 3 Unofficial Test Matches
| Date | Match | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22–25, 2026 | 1st Unofficial Test | Puducherry |
India A won by 162 runs |
| Sep 23–26, 2025 | 2nd Unofficial Test | Lucknow |
India A won by 5 wickets |
| Sep 16–19, 2025 | 1st Unofficial Test | Lucknow | Match Drawn |
Match Day Forecast
The weather forecast for Day 1 (September 29) looks excellent for cricket, with hot, mostly sunny conditions and an incredibly low 15% chance of rain.
However, players will have to deal with intense heat, as temperatures will peak at 34°C with a RealFeel of 41°C due to high humidity.
