The 32-year-old off-spinner bowled an unbroken 22-over spell, finishing with 5 for 61 as India A crashed from a commanding 90 for no loss to 234 all out. South Africa A, who had taken a first-innings lead of 75, closed the day on 30 for no loss, consolidating their grip on the contest with two full days remaining.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
For Subrayen, who has endured a stop-start career repeatedly interrupted by suspect action reports, this five-wicket haul\u2014his 13th in first-class cricket\u2014was a reminder of his resilience and craft.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Left out of South Africa\u2019s squad for the upcoming India tour, the off-spinner responded with a performance that underlined his determination. His spell was relentless, combining subtle variations of flight and pace with unwavering accuracy as he attacked with four close catchers around the bat.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
He broke India A\u2019s solid opening stand when he deceived Ayush Mhatre in the air, inducing a chip to midwicket. Mhatre, who top-scored with 65 off 76 balls and struck 10 fours, had earlier dominated with crisp drives and fearless footwork, even reaching a fluent 46-ball half-century.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Devdutt Padikkal (6) was next, miscuing a lofted hit to mid-off, before Rajat Patidar was bowled through the gate by one that turned sharply. Tanush Kotian\u2019s defensive jab ballooned to short leg, and Khaleel Ahmed\u2019s attempted slog to long-on sealed Subrayen\u2019s five-for.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Among the few bright spots for India A was Mhatre\u2019s positive approach and the return of Rishabh Pant, who played his first competitive innings since recovering from injury.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pant, cheered warmly by the sparse crowd, looked eager to counterattack but was dismissed for 17, edging to the slips while fending at a short ball from Okuhle Cele. Earlier, B Sai Sudharsan made a scratchy 32 from 94 balls before falling to Tshepo Moreki, who found his outside edge.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
By stumps, South Africa A\u2019s openers had safely navigated 11 overs to reach 30 without loss, extending their overall lead to 105. On a surface offering turn and uneven bounce, Subrayen\u2019s marathon spell not only dismantled India A\u2019s innings but also left the visitors firmly in control heading into Day 3.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Pant, cheered warmly by the sparse crowd, looked eager to counterattack but was dismissed for 17, edging to the slips while fending at a short ball from Okuhle Cele. Earlier, B Sai Sudharsan made a scratchy 32 from 94 balls before falling to Tshepo Moreki, who found his outside edge.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
South Africa A 299\/9 & 30\/0 in 12 overs (Jordan Hermann 12 not out, Lesego Senokwane 9) lead India A 234 all out in 58 overs (Ayush Mhatre 65, Ayush Badoni 38; Prenelan Subrayen 5-61, Lutho Sipamla 2-35) by 105 runs<\/p>\r\n\r\n