Vihaan Malhotra’s century propelled India Under-19 to a commanding 204-run win over Zimbabwe Under-19 in the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026 Super 6 stage match at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Indian openers Aaron George and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi provided a solid start with a 44-run partnership, with Sooryavanshi continuing the momentum to reach a half-century.
Despite losing quick wickets, Malhotra and Abhigyan Kundu steadied India’s innings, with Malhotra scoring a century and Kundu contributing 61 runs. India posted a formidable total of 352/8 in their 50 overs, with Khilan A. Patel’s quick 30 adding to the late surge. In response, Zimbabwe struggled in their chase, losing early wickets and eventually being bowled out for 148.
Ayush Mhatre and Udhav Mohan starred with the ball for India, each claiming three wickets to restrict Zimbabwe. With this victory, India, England, and Pakistan are the remaining contenders for the semi-final spots from Group 2, setting the stage for a crucial clash between India and Pakistan.
