Wayanad (Kerala): Seasoned opener Abhinav Mukund and skipper Ambati Rayudu struck half-centuries as India A gained a slight edge, reaching 342 for six against South Africa A, thereby taking a 82-run lead at stumps on the second day of the second and final unofficial 'Test'.

While Tamil Nadu left-hander Mukund contributed 72 runs, which is the top score so far, skipper Rayudu played an enterprising innings with his 71 coming off 81 deliveries, including eight fours and three sixes.