India, Nov. 9 -- Veteran all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin is keeping a close eye on India A's 2nd unofficial Test against South Africa A. He turned to social media to heap rich praise on South Africa A opener Jordan Hermann, applauding his fearless approach against a formidable Indian attack featuring Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav, and Akash Deep, all of whom have spent considerable time in India's senior red-ball setup and boast international pedigree.

The young left-hander played a sensational knock of 94 runs in South Africa A's massive 417-run chase, setting the platform against a top-quality India A bowling attack. His 123-ball innings, laced with 13 boundaries and a six, showcased immense maturity and stroke play. ...