PM Modi congratulates Team India NEW DELHI: The Indian Under-19 cricket team made history by winning their sixth ICC Under-19 World Cup title with a commanding performance against England at the Harare Sports Club on Friday. The win extended India’s record in the tournament and showcased the exceptional talent of the young side.“Indian cricket talent is shining! Proud of our U-19 team for bringing home the World Cup. The team played very well during the tournament and showed exceptional skills. This win also inspires several young sportspersons. Wish the players good luck in their upcoming endeavours,” Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on X, congratulating the team.
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The standout performer was 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi who smashed a breathtaking 175 off just 80 balls. His innings, full of confident strokeplay and relentless aggression, laid the foundation for India’s mammoth 412. India got off to a shaky start, losing an early wicket, but a second-wicket partnership between Vaibhav and captain Ayush Mhatra turned the momentum decisively in India’s favour.“Heartiest congratulations to the young champions India for lifting the ICC Under-19 World Cup trophy in Harare, Zimbabwe. A truly historic achievement as India win the title for a record sixth time. Special kudos to young star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his record-breaking knock,” wrote vice-president CP Radhakrishnan. “I wish captain Ayush Mhatra and the entire team all the best at this proud moment for the nation.The team’s unbeaten run and dominant performance earned praise from President Droupadi Murma, Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. “Congratulations to our young champions as Team India lifts the ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup. Your stunning performance to create a record 6th cup win has filled the young players with joy, enthusiasm and motivation. The nation celebrates your victory,” Shah wrote.“Heartiest congratulations to the Indian team for a record 6th win in the Men’s Under-19 World Cup 2026! The team, which remained unbeaten throughout the tournament, made the nation proud with their dominant performance. I wish the talented young players a very bright future. I am sure Indian cricket will go from strength to strength,” wrote Murmu.“In the final match of the U19 World Cup between India and England today, Bihar cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi gave a spectacular performance… I wish Vaibhav will create new records for team India in the future and bring glory to the nation,” Kumar said.With over 400 runs on the board, England struggled to reply, leaving the Indian bowlers in a commanding position to seal a historic win. The triumph reflects the confidence, skill and maturity of India’s youngest cricketers on the world stage.
