New Delhi, Feb 6 (IANS) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Friday congratulated the India Under-19 Men’s team on clinching the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 in Harare, Zimbabwe, and securing a record sixth title for the country in the most prestigious event for the youngsters.The BCCI, in a statement, said, “This triumph in Zimbabwe further consolidates India’s position as the most successful nation in the history of the tournament and completes a rare double, …
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New Delhi, Feb 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation’s political and sports establishment in sending congratulatory messages to the India U19 team after it clinched their record sixth title, beating England by 100 runs in Harare.”India’s cricketing talent shines. Proud of our U-19 team for bringing home the World Cup. The team has played very well through the tournament, showcasing exceptional skill. This win will inspire several young sportspersons, too. Best wishes to the play…
Harare, Feb 6 (IANS) A summit clash for the ages was headlined by a generational knock from Vaibhav Suryavanshi and backed by a disciplined bowling effort as India U-19 outplayed England by a massive 100-run margin to clinch the title at the Harare Sports Club. After winning the toss, India chose to bat first and faced an early setback when Aaron George was out for 9. However, a strong rebuilding effort led by Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Ayush Mhatre followed.The pair opted for aggression, challengi…
New Delhi, Jan 16 (IANS) India U19 pacer Henil Patel credited former South Africa pacer Dale Steyn as his inspiration behind his match-winning performance against the USA at the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup. Patel delivered a match-winning spell of 5 for 16 against the USA on Thursday as India cruised to a six-wicket win and began their U19 World Cup campaign in style. Patel said that growing up, Steyn was his favourite bowler, and he attempts to copy Steyn’s bowling style.”What I get …
Bulawayo (Zimbabwe), Jan 15 (IANS) Henil Patel bagged the first five-wicket haul of the tournament and helped multiple-time champion India make a winning start to their campaign in the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup with a six-wicket victory (via DLS Method) over the USA at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo on Thursday.Five-time winners India inserted in the USA after winning the toss, and Henil Patel instantly validated that decision by delivering a fiery opening spell that broke the res…
Dubai, Dec 20 (IANS) Just a week after India and Pakistan met in U19 Asia Cup league stage, the arch rivals are set to face in the title clash at the ICC Academy Ground on Sunday. In their previous meeting, where India won by 90 runs, both teams refused to shake hands and the same is expected to happen in the final.For India, who have won the U19 Asia Cup eight times, the final offers a chance to practice being in high-pressure scenarios ahead of next month’s Under-19 World Cup, while Pakistan…