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Nineteen-year-old Sam Konstas strengthened his Ashes aspirations with a remarkable century, supported by Campbell Kellaway's impressive 88, as Australia 'A' challenged India 'A' bowlers on the first day. Konstas's 109 and Kellaway's 88 laid a solid foundation with a 198-run opening partnership. Harsh Dubey's 3/88 helped India 'A' claw back, restricting Australia 'A' to 337/5 at stumps.

Shreyas Iyer will captain India A against Australia A in Lucknow, joined by KL Rahul and Mohammed Siraj for the second match. Several new faces, including N Jagadeesan and Ayush Badoni, have been included after strong domestic performances.