Team India started the Under-19 World Cup with a victory. In the first match, India defeated the relatively weaker opponent, America, by 6 wickets. However, while all eyes were on 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, he disappointed on this day. After losing the toss, America batted first on this day. However, their batting lineup was shaky from the start. Eventually, their innings was wrapped up for just 107 runs in 35.2 overs. The opposition batsmen were completely helpless against the sharp attack of the Indian bowlers.
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In reply, although India lost 4 wickets early and came under some pressure while batting, they did not face any major obstacles on the path to victory. Due to rain, Team India's target was reduced to 96 runs, which India easily achieved, relying on Abhigyan Kundu's excellent and mature batting. The brilliant innings of this talented left-handed batsman brought India a comfortable victory and boosted the team's confidence even higher.
Abhigyan Kundu's Outstanding Batting
When Abhigyan Kundu came to the crease, India's score was 25 runs for 3 wickets. Players like Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Vedant Trivedi and Ayush Matra had returned to the pavilion. After that, Abhigyan formed crucial partnerships with Vihan Malhotra and Kanishk Chauhan and brought victory to India in 17.2 overs. Notably, Abhigyan Kundu scored the highest unbeaten 42 runs and gave the team victory by hitting a six. This left-handed batsman is considered extremely talented. He has already scored 125 centuries in junior cricket.
Henil Patel's Devastating Bowling
Before Abhigyan Kundu, right-arm pacer Henil Patel had laid the foundation for victory. He destroyed America's batting lineup. Henil took 5 wickets, giving away just 16 runs in 7 overs. Henil Patel's five-wicket haul in the Under-19 World Cup is particularly significant, as an Indian bowler achieved this feat after 8 years.
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India vs Bangladesh
Although India won the match, the dismissals of Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Ayush Matra were disappointing. In Zimbabwe's difficult conditions, both batters seemed quite troubled. Vedant Trivedi's scoring just 2 runs in 10 balls is also a matter of concern. However, everyone hopes that India's top order will play well in the next match. India's next match is against Bangladesh, which will be held on January 17 in Bulawayo.
