What is India’s record in ICC Under-19 World Cups?
The ICC Under-19 World Cup has been a breeding ground for young cricketing talent from around the world, with many players going on to represent their countries at the senior level. India, with its rich cricketing history and passion for the game, has been a consistent performer in the tournament. Since the inaugural edition in 1988, India has played 102 ICC Under-19 World Cup matches, winning 81, losing 20, and with one match ending in no result. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at India’s record in the ICC Under-19 World Cups and highlight their achievements in the tournament.
India’s first appearance in the ICC Under-19 World Cup was in 1988, when the tournament was held in Australia. The team, led by Narayan swamy, finished fifth in the tournament, winning two matches and losing two. However, it was not until the 2000 edition, held in Sri Lanka, that India won its first ICC Under-19 World Cup title. The team, led by Mohammad Kaif, defeated Sri Lanka in the final by 6 wickets, with Kaif scoring 87 runs in the match.
India’s next ICC Under-19 World Cup title came in 2008, when the tournament was held in Malaysia. The team, led by the current Indian captain Virat Kohli, defeated South Africa in the final by 12 runs (D/L method). Kohli, who is now one of the most successful captains in Indian cricket history, was a key player in the team, scoring 235 runs in the tournament, including a match-winning 100 in the semi-final against New Zealand.
India’s success in the ICC Under-19 World Cup continued in 2012, when the tournament was held in Australia. The team, led by Unmukt Chand, defeated Australia in the final by 6 wickets, with Chand scoring 111 runs in the match. This was India’s third ICC Under-19 World Cup title, and it marked the beginning of a new era in Indian cricket, with many players from this team going on to represent India at the senior level.
In 2018, India won its fourth ICC Under-19 World Cup title, defeating Australia in the final by 8 wickets. The team, led by Prithvi Shaw, was dominant throughout the tournament, winning all its matches except one. Shaw, who is now a regular member of the Indian Test team, was a key player in the tournament, scoring 261 runs, including a match-winning 100 in the semi-final against Pakistan.
India’s most recent ICC Under-19 World Cup title came in 2022, when the tournament was held in the West Indies. The team, led by Yash Dhull, defeated England in the final by 4 wickets, with Dhull scoring 110 runs in the match. This was India’s fifth ICC Under-19 World Cup title, and it marked a new era in Indian cricket, with many players from this team expected to represent India at the senior level in the coming years.
However, India’s dominance in the ICC Under-19 World Cup was broken in 2024, when the team, led by Aaradhya Yadav, lost to Australia in the final by 79 runs. Despite this loss, India remains one of the most successful teams in the tournament, with five titles and a win-loss record of 81-20.
As India prepares to face England in the 2026 Under-19 World Cup final, the team will be looking to add a sixth title to its tally. With a strong squad and a good mix of experience and youth, India will be hoping to continue its dominance in the tournament. The final, which is scheduled to be played on [date], promises to be an exciting match, with both teams looking to emerge victorious.
In conclusion, India’s record in the ICC Under-19 World Cups is impressive, with five titles and a win-loss record of 81-20. The team has been a consistent performer in the tournament, with many players going on to represent India at the senior level. As India prepares to face England in the 2026 Under-19 World Cup final, the team will be looking to add a sixth title to its tally and continue its dominance in the tournament.
Source: https://www.espncricinfo.com/records/trophy/team-series-results/under-19s-world-cup-109
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