Opener Shane Watson (104no) made a second century of the match to follow his first innings 115,
Shane Watson smashed his second century of the match as Australia drew with the Indian Board President's XI in Chandigarh on Monday.
Watson plundered an unbeaten 104 off 121 deliveries, including 18 boundaries, as Australia ended their preparations ahead of Friday's first Test against India.
Ben Hilfenhaus (5-47) picked up two wickets, while Nathan Hauritz removed
When the locals batted a second time, Test opener Gautam Gambhir was conspicuous by his absence, and Ben Hilfenhaus struck a blow to the jaw of Shikhar Dhawan and forced him to retire hurt
Score Detail.. Australians vs indian Board President's XI
Australians 505 for 8 dec. (Watson 115, Katich 104 retd*, North 124 retd*) and 187 for 6 dec. (Watson 104*, Chawla 3-64) drew with Board President's XI 177 (Chawla 82, Hilfenhaus 5-47) and 174 for 0 (Rahane 113*, Pujara 52*)
The first Test between India and Australia begins on Friday.
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