New Zealand A remain in second spot in the 40-over Emerging Players Tournament despite their seven wicket loss to India in Brisbane.
Batting first, New Zealand struggled through to 197 for nine with India cruising past the total in just 31.4 overs thanks to a a 145-run second wicket partnership between Abhinav Mukund (80) and Ajinkya Rahane (62).
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Michael Bates took 51 for two off nine overs with new ball bowling partner Neal Wagner the only other New Zealander to take a wicket.
New Zealand made a bright start with captain Jamie How’s 40 setting a decent platform but the rest of the top and middle order failed.
Brendon Diamanti did his best, hitting a run-a-ball 62 but lacked the supported needed to mount a big total.
New Zealand take on unbeaten South Africa on Wednesday in the last round of pool play and need a victory if they are to guarantee themselves a spot in Friday’s final.
Standings:
1. South Africa- 10pts (1.875 NRR)
2. New Zealand A – 5pts (1.197 NRR)
3. India – 5pts (-0.190 NRR)
4. Australia Institute of Sport – 0pts (-3.012 NRR)
