India’s Under-19 team produced a commanding performance in the World Cup final in Harare, defeating England by 100 runs to lift their sixth title—an all-time record. Winning the toss, captain Ayush Mhatre showed clear intent by choosing to bat first on a pitch that promised runs, a decision that quickly paid off.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s Stunning Knock
The final turned into a one-man show early on as 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a breathtaking innings. Playing with remarkable confidence and composure, the young batter smashed 175 runs off just 80 balls, peppering the boundary with 15 sixes and 15 fours.
Sooryavanshi’s fearless assault dismantled the England bowling attack and propelled India to a massive total of 411 for 9, putting enormous pressure on England before their chase even began.
England’s Fightback Falls Short
Chasing a daunting target, England began with hope and determination. Caleb Falconer stood out with a gritty century, briefly keeping England in the contest with a composed and fighting knock.
However, the required run rate continued to climb, and the pressure eventually proved too much for the rest of the batting lineup.
Indian Bowlers Seal the Deal
India’s bowlers ensured there was no late drama. Kanishk Chouhan and RJ Ambrish led a disciplined attack, picking up key wickets at regular intervals and preventing England from building momentum.
Their consistent breakthroughs ended England’s resistance at 311 all out in just over 40 overs, sealing a comprehensive 100-run victory for India.
A Glimpse of Indian Cricket’s Future
This triumph is more than just another trophy for India’s rich cricketing history. The performance of young stars like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi highlighted the depth of emerging talent and the fearless approach of the next generation.
As the Indian team celebrated on the Harare turf, the message was clear: the future of Indian cricket looks bright, confident, and ready to dominate.