Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s extraordinary 175 off 80 balls powered India to a record-extending sixth ICC Under-19 World Cup title, crushing England by 100 runs. His stellar performance, featuring 15 fours and 15 sixes, overshadowed England’s Caleb Falconer’s century. Sooryavanshi expressed gratitude and acknowledged the journey ahead.
Mohammed Siraj’s quiet February plans, featuring family time, Ramadan and a Real Madrid match, were upended by a sudden SOS from India’s T20 leadership. Drafted into the World Cup squad after an injury crisis and Siraj delivered at the Wankhede.
India’s U-19 World Cup victory was a testament to their deep talent pool, with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s dazzling 175 in the final being a highlight. The team’s success was built on range, resilience, and crucial contributions from across the squad, showcasing a generation ready for future success.
Washington Sundar last played a competitive fixture nearly a month ago during the ODI series vs New Zealand. The all-rounder injured himself while bowling in the 1st ODI in Vadodara and went on to miss the remainder of the series, and the five T20Is which followed
India’s U-19 cricket team clinched their sixth ICC U-19 World Cup title with a dominant 412-run total against England at Harare Sports Club. Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi starred with 175 off 80 balls. Praises poured in from PM Modi, Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan, President Murmu, and Bihar CM Nitish Kumar. England fell short, giving India a historic, … Read more
India U19 claimed their sixth ICC Under-19 World Cup title in 2026, defeating England U19 by 100 runs at Harare Sports Club. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi starred with 175 off 80 balls, while captain Ayush Mhatre and Kanishk Chouhan contributed crucial knocks. England’s chase faltered under consistent Indian bowling, handing India a dominant win and extending their … Read more
Pakistan enters the T20 World Cup seeking a second title, relying on key batters and all-rounders Saim Ayub and Mohammad Nawaz. Despite mixed results since the last tournament, including away series losses, home wins and strong spin performances offer positives. However, concerns remain regarding the batting strike rate and Babar Azam’s anchor role.
India’s Harshit Rana has been ruled out of the T20 World Cup 2026 due to a knee injury sustained during a warm-up match against South Africa. Mohammed Siraj has been named as his replacement. The BCCI confirmed Rana’s unfitness after specialist assessment and scans.
India U19 clinched their sixth ICC Under-19 World Cup title with a dominant 100-run win over England U19 at Harare Sports Club. Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi starred with 175 off 80 balls, the fastest 150 in U19 history. India posted 411/9, and despite Caleb Falconer’s 115, England fell short at 311, as India’s bowlers maintained control.