India, Sept. 26 -- Senior batter KL Rahul showed his class once again and slammed a brilliant century to help India A claim a massive five-wicket win over Australia A in the second unofficial Test in Lucknow. While chasing a tricky 412-run target, Rahul remained calm and stylish at the crease, scoring an unbeaten 176 off 216 balls, including 16 fours and four sixes. It was a perfect tune-up for Rahul ahead of the West Indies Tests as he continued his glorious red-ball form from the England tour to here in India.

The star batter had earlier retired hurt on Day 3, batting 74 off 92 balls with nine fours. He came out to bat on Day 4 and remained unbeaten, taking India over the line with his incredible knock. Rahul had a memorable England to...