'India’s Cricketing Talent Shines!' - PM Narendra Modi congratulates U19 World Cup 2026 champions
India Under-19 lifted their sixth Under-19 World Cup title as PM Narendra Modi praised the team for their historic and inspiring triumph.
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India Under-19 created history by winning the Under-19 World Cup 2026 after a dominant performance in the final. India defeated England Under-19 by 100 runs to lift the trophy. The final was played on February 6 at the Harare Sports Club. With this victory, India secured their record sixth Under-19 World Cup title.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the promising young champions and lauded their performance throughout the tournament. He said the team was talented and disciplined. His message reflected national pride in India’s rising cricket stars. “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 players for their upcoming endeavours.”
The final saw India deliver a complete all-round performance. India Under 19 batted first and scored 411/9 in their 50 overs. Opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi played a brillinat knock. Captain Ayush Mhatre contributed significantly to the innings-building.
Dominant Final and Record-Breaking Performances
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored an incredible innings of 175 runs off only 80 balls, including 15 fours and 15 sixes at a strike rate of 218.75. He scored a 142-run partnership with Ayush Mhatre before adding further runs quickly with Vedant Trivedi. India’s batting display set the tone for a one-sided final. England bowlers struggled to contain the flow of runs.
Chasing 412, England Under-19 replied through outstanding innings from Caleb Falconer, who made 115, and Ben Dawkins, who made 66. The run rate, though, remained prohibitive. India’s bowlers kept picking up wickets at regular intervals. England were eventually bowled out for 311 in 40.2 overs.
Right-arm pacer RS Ambrish led the bowling attack with figures of 3/56 from nine overs. He taken key wickets and ensured India stayed in control. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was named Player of the Match and Player of the Tournament, becoming the first player to win both awards in an Under-19 World Cup.
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