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THE TIMES OF INDIA | Jan 15, 2026, 20:08:32 IST
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India vs USA U19 Highlights, World Cup 2026: India U19 overcome early jitters to seal comfortable win over USA
India vs USA U19 Highlights, World Cup 2026: India U19 began their ICC Under-19 World Cup campaign in style with a six-wicket win over USA U19, thanks largely to a brilliant bowling display from Henil Patel. Opting to bowl under overcast conditions, India’s pacer ripped through the USA lineup, finishing with an exceptional 5/16 from seven overs, including a maiden. Henil struck immediately, inducing an edge from Amrinder Gill (1) to Vihaan Malhotra in the slips and later taking Sahil Garg (16) caught at third man. The right-arm seamer then delivered a devastating double blow, removing captain Utkarsh Srivastava for a duck and wicketkeeper Arjun Mahesh for 16 in the same over, leaving USA reeling at 35/4. Khilan Patel contributed with a quick wicket, trapping Amogh Arepally for 3, while Nitish Sudini offered some resistance with 36 runs off 52 balls. Ritvik Appidi finished with 2/24 as the visitors were bowled out for just 107 in 35.2 overs.
Rain delayed India’s chase, and the target was revised to 96 in 37 overs under the DLS method. Despite a cautious start, India lost three early wickets: Vaibhav Suryavanshi (2), captain Ayush Mhatre (19), and Vedant Trivedi (2), followed by Vihaan Malhotra for 18, leaving the score at 70/4. With the game still firmly in their grasp, Abhigyan Kundu anchored the innings brilliantly, finishing unbeaten on 42 from 41 balls. Kundu’s composed innings, supported by Kanishk Chouhan (10 not out), ensured India crossed the line comfortably with six wickets in hand.
The match highlighted India U19’s depth and temperament, overcoming early wickets and rain interruptions. Henil Patel’s lethal bowling performance set the foundation, while Kundu’s calm finishing ensured a strong start to India’s campaign in Group B, where they will face Bangladesh and New Zealand in upcoming fixtures.
Rain delayed India’s chase, and the target was revised to 96 in 37 overs under the DLS method. Despite a cautious start, India lost three early wickets: Vaibhav Suryavanshi (2), captain Ayush Mhatre (19), and Vedant Trivedi (2), followed by Vihaan Malhotra for 18, leaving the score at 70/4. With the game still firmly in their grasp, Abhigyan Kundu anchored the innings brilliantly, finishing unbeaten on 42 from 41 balls. Kundu’s composed innings, supported by Kanishk Chouhan (10 not out), ensured India crossed the line comfortably with six wickets in hand.
The match highlighted India U19’s depth and temperament, overcoming early wickets and rain interruptions. Henil Patel’s lethal bowling performance set the foundation, while Kundu’s calm finishing ensured a strong start to India’s campaign in Group B, where they will face Bangladesh and New Zealand in upcoming fixtures.
19:43 (IST) Jan 15
IND U19 vs USA U19 Live Score: India U19 steady the nerves to seal six-wicket win over USA U19
India U19 wrapped up a comfortable six-wicket victory over USA U19 despite a brief wobble at the top of the chase in a rain-hit contest.
Chasing a modest target of 108, later revised to 96 in 37 overs due to rain under the DLS method, India lost three early wickets. Vaibhav Suryavanshi was dismissed for 2, captain Ayush Mhatre fell for 19, and Vedant Trivedi followed soon after for 2, giving USA a flicker of hope.
That hope grew when Vihaan Malhotra, who looked fluent, was dismissed for 18. At that stage, India had lost four wickets, but the chase was never truly in danger.
Abhigyan Kundu held the innings together with a calm and composed knock, finishing unbeaten on 42 from 41 balls. He found steady support from Kanishk Chouhan, who stayed not out on 10, as the pair guided India home without further trouble.
India eventually crossed the line comfortably, underlining their control despite the early stutters. After bowling USA out cheaply earlier in the day, the youngsters showed maturity in tricky conditions to start their campaign on a winning note.
Chasing a modest target of 108, later revised to 96 in 37 overs due to rain under the DLS method, India lost three early wickets. Vaibhav Suryavanshi was dismissed for 2, captain Ayush Mhatre fell for 19, and Vedant Trivedi followed soon after for 2, giving USA a flicker of hope.
That hope grew when Vihaan Malhotra, who looked fluent, was dismissed for 18. At that stage, India had lost four wickets, but the chase was never truly in danger.
Abhigyan Kundu held the innings together with a calm and composed knock, finishing unbeaten on 42 from 41 balls. He found steady support from Kanishk Chouhan, who stayed not out on 10, as the pair guided India home without further trouble.
India eventually crossed the line comfortably, underlining their control despite the early stutters. After bowling USA out cheaply earlier in the day, the youngsters showed maturity in tricky conditions to start their campaign on a winning note.
19:25 (IST) Jan 15
IND vs USA Live Score: Wicket!
USA finally get a breakthrough, but it may have come a touch too late. Vihaan Malhotra is gone for 18 off 17 balls, edging a flighted delivery from Utkarsh Srivastava to Sahil Garg at slips. It was a soft dismissal just as India looked set to cruise home.
India U19 are now 70 for 4, but still need only 26 runs to win. The target remains well within reach, with the asking rate under control despite the loss of another wicket.
India U19 are now 70 for 4, but still need only 26 runs to win. The target remains well within reach, with the asking rate under control despite the loss of another wicket.
19:19 (IST) Jan 15
IND U19 vs USA U19 Live Score: India U19 need 37 runs to win
India U19 have steadied the chase after the early wobble. At the end of 10 overs, they are 59 for 3, needing just 37 more runs to beat USA in this rain-shortened contest.
Abhigyan Kundu has taken charge at the crease, moving to 21 off 17 balls with a calm, assured approach. At the other end, Vihaan Malhotra is offering solid support on 12 from 11, ensuring there are no unnecessary risks as the target comes into sight.
The pair added another controlled over, picking up six runs without allowing pressure to creep back in. After losing three wickets early, India’s focus is clearly on composure rather than flair, rotating the strike and punishing the loose deliveries.
With wickets in hand and the required runs well within reach, India U19 are firmly in control
Abhigyan Kundu has taken charge at the crease, moving to 21 off 17 balls with a calm, assured approach. At the other end, Vihaan Malhotra is offering solid support on 12 from 11, ensuring there are no unnecessary risks as the target comes into sight.
The pair added another controlled over, picking up six runs without allowing pressure to creep back in. After losing three wickets early, India’s focus is clearly on composure rather than flair, rotating the strike and punishing the loose deliveries.
With wickets in hand and the required runs well within reach, India U19 are firmly in control
18:58 (IST) Jan 15
IND vs USA Live Score: India U19 stumble early after rain as chase wobbles at 29/3 vs USA
India U19 have been rocked early in the chase against USA after rain reduced the match to 37 overs.
Captain Ayush Mhatre looked settled but fell for 19, unable to carry on after getting India off to a steady start. Vaibhav Suryavanshi was dismissed cheaply for 2, while Vedant Trivedi also departed for 2, leaving the innings wobbling inside the Powerplay.
At the end of six overs, India are 29 for 3, needing 67 more runs to secure victory. With the target modest but wickets already lost, the focus now shifts to rebuilding and ensuring there are no further slips in a rain-hit contest.
Captain Ayush Mhatre looked settled but fell for 19, unable to carry on after getting India off to a steady start. Vaibhav Suryavanshi was dismissed cheaply for 2, while Vedant Trivedi also departed for 2, leaving the innings wobbling inside the Powerplay.
At the end of six overs, India are 29 for 3, needing 67 more runs to secure victory. With the target modest but wickets already lost, the focus now shifts to rebuilding and ensuring there are no further slips in a rain-hit contest.
18:27 (IST) Jan 15
IND U19 vs USA U19 Live Score: UPDATE!
There is finally some movement out in the middle. The extra covers have been taken off, with just the sheet still protecting the square. Activity has picked up in the Indian dressing-room too, and both unbeaten batters have stepped out to the dug-out fully padded up, hinting that the restart is not far away.
The on-field umpires are in conversation with India captain Ayush Mhatre, while the USA players have begun their warm-up routines. With the remaining covers now cleared and the super sopper making its way across the outfield, everything is falling into place for play to resume shortly.
The on-field umpires are in conversation with India captain Ayush Mhatre, while the USA players have begun their warm-up routines. With the remaining covers now cleared and the super sopper making its way across the outfield, everything is falling into place for play to resume shortly.
18:14 (IST) Jan 15
IND vs USA Live Score: UPDATE!
Rain has stopped, the heavy cloud seems to have drifted away and hopefully we'll have positive news flitering in soon
16:59 (IST) Jan 15
IND vs USA Live Score: Rain halts India U19 chase at 21/1
Rain has interrupted play in the India U19 vs USA clash, with covers quickly brought on to protect the pitch and square. India were 21 for 1 after 4 overs, having lost Vaibhav Suryavanshi early.
Ayush Mhatre remains at the crease as the team waits for conditions to improve and the chase to resume.
Ayush Mhatre remains at the crease as the team waits for conditions to improve and the chase to resume.
16:35 (IST) Jan 15
IND vs USA Live Score: Early setback for India U19 as Vaibhav Sooryavanshi departs
India U19 suffered an early blow in their chase of 108 as Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was bowled by Ritvik Appidi in the second over. Chasing a modest target, Suryavanshi looked to take the initiative but misjudged a delivery on length angling across him.
He went for a big shot onto the on-side but only managed a thick inside edge that flew onto the leg stump. Appidi, brimming with energy, celebrated as the stumps were shattered, giving USA an early spark and putting India on the back foot.
Sooryavanshi fell for just 2 off 4 balls, leaving Ayush Mhatre at the crease to steady the innings. With a long chase ahead, India will need to rebuild carefully and avoid further early setbacks.
He went for a big shot onto the on-side but only managed a thick inside edge that flew onto the leg stump. Appidi, brimming with energy, celebrated as the stumps were shattered, giving USA an early spark and putting India on the back foot.
Sooryavanshi fell for just 2 off 4 balls, leaving Ayush Mhatre at the crease to steady the innings. With a long chase ahead, India will need to rebuild carefully and avoid further early setbacks.
16:25 (IST) Jan 15
IND U19 vs USA U19 Live Score: India U19 begin chase after rain break
After a brief interruption due to rain, play resumed with Ayush Mhatre and Vaibhav Suryavanshi walking out to the middle for India U19. With just 108 to chase, the mood was calm but focused.
Ayush Mhatre took strike as India began their reply, looking to set the tone early, while Vaibhav settled in at the non-striker’s end. USA handed the new ball to Ritvik Appidi, who opened the attack with the task of finding early breakthroughs.
With conditions settling and a modest target on the board, India U19 will be keen to keep things simple.
Ayush Mhatre took strike as India began their reply, looking to set the tone early, while Vaibhav settled in at the non-striker’s end. USA handed the new ball to Ritvik Appidi, who opened the attack with the task of finding early breakthroughs.
With conditions settling and a modest target on the board, India U19 will be keen to keep things simple.
15:35 (IST) Jan 15
IND vs USA Live Score: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi seals it as USA U19 bowled out for 107
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi wrapped up the innings in his very first over. He tossed one up outside off and Nitish Sudini, who had fought hard till then, chipped it towards long-off. Khilan Patel sprinted in and pulled off a superb diving catch just inches above the turf.
Sudini’s dismissal for 36 ended the last real resistance. Vaibhav raised his hands in quiet celebration as India U19 completed the job.
USA U19 were bowled out for 107 in 35.2 overs, outplayed by India’s discipline with the ball and sharp work in the field.
Sudini’s dismissal for 36 ended the last real resistance. Vaibhav raised his hands in quiet celebration as India U19 completed the job.
USA U19 were bowled out for 107 in 35.2 overs, outplayed by India’s discipline with the ball and sharp work in the field.
15:34 (IST) Jan 15
IND U19 vs USA U19 Live Score: Henil Patel tears through USA U19 as India tighten the noose
India U19 tightened their stranglehold on the match with a ruthless spell from Henil Patel, who ripped through the USA U19 lower order to leave them 105 for 9 after 35 overs.
The 35th over summed up USA U19’s struggles. Patel conceded just two runs and picked up two wickets, finishing the over with figures that underlined his dominance. The first blow came when Sabrish Prasad attempted to fend off a sharp delivery on the back foot. The ball flew off the leading edge and looped gently towards point, where Kanishk Chouhan barely had to move to complete a simple catch. Prasad departed for 7, unable to settle against the pressure.
Patel was not done yet. On the final ball of the over, he produced a full delivery on middle stump that proved too good for Rishabh Shimpi. The right-hander, in for a golden duck, seemed caught in two minds and was beaten cleanly as the ball crashed into the stumps. It was Patel’s fifth wicket, a landmark moment in a spell built on discipline and smart variation.
Patel’s figures of 7 overs, 1 maiden, 16 runs and 5 wickets told the story of the innings. India U19 have been relentless with the ball.
The 35th over summed up USA U19’s struggles. Patel conceded just two runs and picked up two wickets, finishing the over with figures that underlined his dominance. The first blow came when Sabrish Prasad attempted to fend off a sharp delivery on the back foot. The ball flew off the leading edge and looped gently towards point, where Kanishk Chouhan barely had to move to complete a simple catch. Prasad departed for 7, unable to settle against the pressure.
Patel was not done yet. On the final ball of the over, he produced a full delivery on middle stump that proved too good for Rishabh Shimpi. The right-hander, in for a golden duck, seemed caught in two minds and was beaten cleanly as the ball crashed into the stumps. It was Patel’s fifth wicket, a landmark moment in a spell built on discipline and smart variation.
Patel’s figures of 7 overs, 1 maiden, 16 runs and 5 wickets told the story of the innings. India U19 have been relentless with the ball.
15:07 (IST) Jan 15
IND U19 vs USA U19 Live Score: Run Out!
A moment of pure alertness turned the game firmly in India U19’s favour. Kanishk Chouhan tossed one up outside off and Adit Kappa punched it towards cover, looking for a quick single. It was never on.
Vihaan Malhotra dived across, stopped the ball cleanly and, in one swift movement, spun around to nail a direct hit at the bowler’s end. Kappa was struggling from the start, and even a desperate dive could not save him. The umpire’s finger went up straight away. Kappa was gone for 5 off 19.
It summed up the pressure India U19 have applied all innings. Sharp bowling, sharper fielding, and no room for easy runs.
USA U19 are now 80 for 7 after 30 overs, fighting just to stay in the contest as India continue to dominate.
Vihaan Malhotra dived across, stopped the ball cleanly and, in one swift movement, spun around to nail a direct hit at the bowler’s end. Kappa was struggling from the start, and even a desperate dive could not save him. The umpire’s finger went up straight away. Kappa was gone for 5 off 19.
It summed up the pressure India U19 have applied all innings. Sharp bowling, sharper fielding, and no room for easy runs.
USA U19 are now 80 for 7 after 30 overs, fighting just to stay in the contest as India continue to dominate.
14:55 (IST) Jan 15
IND vs USA Live Score: OUT! RS Ambrish strikes
One more for India! RS Ambrish gets rid of Adnit Jhamb
Edged and taken as the USA continue to crumble. Ambrish pitches it up and keeps it straight outside off, drawing a tentative prod from Jhamb. A faint edge follows and wicketkeeper Abhigyan Kundu makes no mistake behind the stumps. Another blow for USA.
Adnit Jhamb out for 18 (of 41 balls).
USA 69/6 in 24.5 overs vs India
Edged and taken as the USA continue to crumble. Ambrish pitches it up and keeps it straight outside off, drawing a tentative prod from Jhamb. A faint edge follows and wicketkeeper Abhigyan Kundu makes no mistake behind the stumps. Another blow for USA.
Adnit Jhamb out for 18 (of 41 balls).
USA 69/6 in 24.5 overs vs India
14:40 (IST) Jan 15
IND U19 vs USA U19 Live Score: USA in rebuilding mode
After losing half their side in 16 overs, Adnit Jhamb and Nitish Sudini are trying to rebuild the USA innings in the middle. The duo have so far added 21 runs for the sixth wicket.
Jhamb is batting on 15 off 37 balls, and Sudini is on 8 off 19 balls.
USA 60/5 in 23 overs vs India
Jhamb is batting on 15 off 37 balls, and Sudini is on 8 off 19 balls.
USA 60/5 in 23 overs vs India
14:22 (IST) Jan 15
India U19 vs United States of America U19 Live: OUT! Khilan strikes
USA are in deep trouble now. Khilan Patel dismisses Amogh Arepally.
A tame dismissal that sums up USA’s slide today. Khilan floats it up around off and Arepally commits too early to the drive, only managing to chip it gently towards cover. Vihaan Malhotra reacts sharply, sliding forward to take a clean catch. USA are now in deep trouble, having lost half their side.
Amogh Arepally out for 3 off 13 balls.
USA 39/5 in 16 overs vs India
A tame dismissal that sums up USA’s slide today. Khilan floats it up around off and Arepally commits too early to the drive, only managing to chip it gently towards cover. Vihaan Malhotra reacts sharply, sliding forward to take a clean catch. USA are now in deep trouble, having lost half their side.
Amogh Arepally out for 3 off 13 balls.
USA 39/5 in 16 overs vs India
14:00 (IST) Jan 15
IND vs USA Live Score: OUT! Patel on a role
Two in the over for Henil Patel, removes Arjun Mahesh
Two wickets in the over and USA will be frustrated by how quickly things have unravelled. Arjun plays a loose shot, going hard at a short ball outside off, only to get a leading edge on the cut. The ball flies towards third man, where RS Ambrish moves swiftly to his left and completes a neat catch. A disappointing end to a promising stay. Third wicket for India pacer.
Arjun Mahesh departed after scoring 16, off 29 balls, with the help of two fours.
USA 35/4 after 12 overs vs India
Two wickets in the over and USA will be frustrated by how quickly things have unravelled. Arjun plays a loose shot, going hard at a short ball outside off, only to get a leading edge on the cut. The ball flies towards third man, where RS Ambrish moves swiftly to his left and completes a neat catch. A disappointing end to a promising stay. Third wicket for India pacer.
Arjun Mahesh departed after scoring 16, off 29 balls, with the help of two fours.
USA 35/4 after 12 overs vs India
13:56 (IST) Jan 15
IND U19 vs USA U19 Live Score: OUT! Patel strikes again
Second wicket for Henil Patel, dismisses USA skipper Utkarsh Srivastava
Bowled! The decision to give Henil an extra over pays off for India. He gets the ball to move away from the right-hander, leaving Utkarsh caught in two minds about whether to play or leave it. The indecision proves costly as a thick inside edge crashes into the middle stump. A dejected Utkarsh Srivastava walks back for a five-ball duck. USA are in trouble now.
USA 34/3 in 11.2 overs vs India
Bowled! The decision to give Henil an extra over pays off for India. He gets the ball to move away from the right-hander, leaving Utkarsh caught in two minds about whether to play or leave it. The indecision proves costly as a thick inside edge crashes into the middle stump. A dejected Utkarsh Srivastava walks back for a five-ball duck. USA are in trouble now.
USA 34/3 in 11.2 overs vs India
13:45 (IST) Jan 15
India U19 vs United States of America U19 Live: OUT! Devendran strikes
Second wicket for India! Deepesh Devendran strikes to dismiss Sahil Garg
This time caught by Henil Patel. A short ball outside off, and Sahil goes for the cut but only manages a leading edge. The ball balloons towards third man, where Henil moves swiftly to his left and completes a neat catch. The intent was right, but the execution let him down — a promising start squandered. Sahil Garg walks back disappointed after throwing it away. Sahil scored 16 off 28, including a four.
USA 29/2 after 9 overs vs India
This time caught by Henil Patel. A short ball outside off, and Sahil goes for the cut but only manages a leading edge. The ball balloons towards third man, where Henil moves swiftly to his left and completes a neat catch. The intent was right, but the execution let him down — a promising start squandered. Sahil Garg walks back disappointed after throwing it away. Sahil scored 16 off 28, including a four.
USA 29/2 after 9 overs vs India
13:43 (IST) Jan 15
IND vs USA Live Score: ICYMI! Early breakthrough for India - Watch
13:35 (IST) Jan 15
IND U19 vs USA U19 Live Score: USA steady after early blow
Sahil Garg and Arjun Mahesh steadied USA innings after early blow against India in Bulawayo.
The duo took the score to 18 for 1 after 7 overs.
India bowlers are bowling tight lines, giving very little room to score freely to USA batters.
Garg is batting on 14, off 22 balls, and Mahesh is on 3 after facing 13 balls.
The duo took the score to 18 for 1 after 7 overs.
India bowlers are bowling tight lines, giving very little room to score freely to USA batters.
Garg is batting on 14, off 22 balls, and Mahesh is on 3 after facing 13 balls.
13:11 (IST) Jan 15
India U19 vs United States of America U19 Live: OUT! Early breakthrough for India
Henil Patel strikes early, dismisses USA opener Amrinder Gill (1)
Caught by Vihaan Malhotra at second slip. Henil strikes first. A superb low catch as Malhotra dives forward to pouch it inches above the turf. Patel gets the ball to shape away from the right-hander, who lunges forward and pokes at it with hard hands. Amrinder Gill departs early.
USA 1/1 in 1.3 overs
Caught by Vihaan Malhotra at second slip. Henil strikes first. A superb low catch as Malhotra dives forward to pouch it inches above the turf. Patel gets the ball to shape away from the right-hander, who lunges forward and pokes at it with hard hands. Amrinder Gill departs early.
USA 1/1 in 1.3 overs
12:58 (IST) Jan 15
IND vs USA Live Score: Playing XIs
United States of America U19 XI: Sahil Garg, Amrinder Gill, Arjun Mahesh (w), Utkarsh Srivastava (c), Ritvik Appidi, Adnit Jhamb, Amogh Arepally, Nitish Sudini, Sabrish Prasad, Adit Kappa, Rishabh Shimpi
India U19 XI: Ayush Mhatre (c), Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Vedant Trivedi, Vihaan Malhotra, Abhigyan Kundu (w), Harvansh Pangalia, RS Ambrish, Kanishk Chouhan, Henil Patel, Deepesh Devendran, Khilan Patel
India U19 XI: Ayush Mhatre (c), Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Vedant Trivedi, Vihaan Malhotra, Abhigyan Kundu (w), Harvansh Pangalia, RS Ambrish, Kanishk Chouhan, Henil Patel, Deepesh Devendran, Khilan Patel
12:56 (IST) Jan 15
IND U19 vs USA U19 Live Score: USA skipper at the toss
Utkarsh Srivastava: "We would have had a bat first as well. We have three spinners, three pacers, and the rest of them are pacers. It's been good. We have had tours in South Africa, West Indies, and we also came earlier here. So the preparation has been very good. 100%. We're looking forward to win this cup."
12:55 (IST) Jan 15
India U19 vs United States of America U19 Live: India captain Ayush Mhatre aftyer winning the toss
"We have not used to these conditions and a little bit dewy also and overcast conditions. We will try to use these conditions. The preparation is also good and the boys are really confident and we have been playing for almost six months together, so the boys are really confident and preparation is going well. We are going with three pacers, one all-rounder and two spinners." - Ayush Mhatre
12:32 (IST) Jan 15
IND U19 vs USA U19 Live Score: TOSS TIME! India opt to bowl
India skipper Ayush Mhatre wins the toss, opts to field against USA in the tournament opener.
12:28 (IST) Jan 15
India U19 vs United States of America U19 Live: SQUADS!
India: Ayush Mhatre (c), R.S. Ambrish, Kanishk Chouhan, D. Deepesh, Mohamed Enaan, Aaron George, Abhigyan Kundu, Kishan Kumar Singh, Vihaan Malhotra, Udhav Mohan, Henil Patel, Khilan A. Patel, Harvansh Singh, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Vedant Trivedi.
USA: Utkarsh Srivastava (c), Adnit Jhamb, Shiv Shani, Nitish Sudini, Advaith Krishna, Sahir Bhatia, Arjun Mahesh, Amrinder Gill, Sabrish Prasad, Adit Kappa, Sahil Garg, Amogh Reddy Arepally, Ritvik Appidi, Rayaan Taj, Rishabh Shimpi.
USA: Utkarsh Srivastava (c), Adnit Jhamb, Shiv Shani, Nitish Sudini, Advaith Krishna, Sahir Bhatia, Arjun Mahesh, Amrinder Gill, Sabrish Prasad, Adit Kappa, Sahil Garg, Amogh Reddy Arepally, Ritvik Appidi, Rayaan Taj, Rishabh Shimpi.
12:26 (IST) Jan 15
IND vs USA Live Score: Group challenge and global stage
Placed in Group B alongside New Zealand, Bangladesh and USA, India’s immediate focus will be on starting strongly before tougher tests arrive.
After the opener against USA, they face Bangladesh on January 17 and New Zealand on January 24 at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.
Zimbabwe and Namibia jointly host the 16-team tournament, which also features debutants Tanzania and second-timers Japan, adding to the event’s global flavour.
As India take the field, the expectation is clear: dominate early, build momentum, and once again underline why the Under-19 World Cup remains their most reliable hunting ground.
After the opener against USA, they face Bangladesh on January 17 and New Zealand on January 24 at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.
Zimbabwe and Namibia jointly host the 16-team tournament, which also features debutants Tanzania and second-timers Japan, adding to the event’s global flavour.
As India take the field, the expectation is clear: dominate early, build momentum, and once again underline why the Under-19 World Cup remains their most reliable hunting ground.
12:21 (IST) Jan 15
IND U19 vs USA U19 Live Score: Pace depth and tactical balance
India’s bowling attack appears equally well-rounded, with pace likely to play a decisive role.
Deepesh Devendran could be the X-factor, his awkward action expected to trouble batters unfamiliar with his angles.
RS Ambrish offers genuine pace and handy lower-order runs, while Kishan Singh and Henil Patel provide additional fast-bowling depth.
The management is unlikely to overreact to the 20-run defeat to England in a rain-hit warm-up game, instead focusing on conditions and execution. Balance, rather than brute force, remains the cornerstone of this Indian side.
Deepesh Devendran could be the X-factor, his awkward action expected to trouble batters unfamiliar with his angles.
RS Ambrish offers genuine pace and handy lower-order runs, while Kishan Singh and Henil Patel provide additional fast-bowling depth.
The management is unlikely to overreact to the 20-run defeat to England in a rain-hit warm-up game, instead focusing on conditions and execution. Balance, rather than brute force, remains the cornerstone of this Indian side.
12:00 (IST) Jan 15
India U19 vs United States of America U19 Live: Sooryavanshi and a star-studded batting core
The Indian challenge will be spearheaded by wunderkind Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, skipper Ayush Mhatre, vice-captain Vihaan Malhotra and prolific top-order batter Aaron George.
Sooryavanshi, just 14, has already become one of the most talked-about young cricketers in the world after a stunning 35-ball century in the IPL 2025 season.
George arrives with pedigree too, having been the top-scorer at the U-19 Asia Cup despite India’s final loss to Pakistan.
While Mhatre’s recent form has raised questions, the presence of Abhigyan Kundu and other batting options adds solidity.
Sooryavanshi, just 14, has already become one of the most talked-about young cricketers in the world after a stunning 35-ball century in the IPL 2025 season.
George arrives with pedigree too, having been the top-scorer at the U-19 Asia Cup despite India’s final loss to Pakistan.
While Mhatre’s recent form has raised questions, the presence of Abhigyan Kundu and other batting options adds solidity.
11:59 (IST) Jan 15
IND vs USA Live Score: Redemption after the last heartbreak
India enter this edition with unfinished business after narrowly missing out on the title in 2024, when they lost to Australia in the final.
Having previously lifted the trophy in 2000, 2008, 2012, 2018 and 2022, the motivation to reclaim the crown is strong.
The squad’s recent record adds to the optimism — 13 wins in their last 16 matches, including series victories in England, Australia and South Africa, highlight a team that knows how to win, especially away from home. This experience in foreign conditions could prove invaluable on African pitches.
Having previously lifted the trophy in 2000, 2008, 2012, 2018 and 2022, the motivation to reclaim the crown is strong.
The squad’s recent record adds to the optimism — 13 wins in their last 16 matches, including series victories in England, Australia and South Africa, highlight a team that knows how to win, especially away from home. This experience in foreign conditions could prove invaluable on African pitches.
11:58 (IST) Jan 15
IND U19 vs USA U19 Live Score: A launchpad for future greats
The Under-19 World Cup has long been regarded as cricket’s most reliable talent factory, and India’s imprint on it has been unmistakable.
Over the years, legends such as Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Kane Williamson, Joe Root and Steve Smith first announced themselves to the world on this very stage.
For India, Kohli’s rise from the 2008-winning squad to becoming one of the modern greats remains a defining narrative.
Current India Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill, too, burst into prominence in the 2018 edition, underlining how this tournament often serves as a crystal ball into the future of world cricket.
Over the years, legends such as Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Kane Williamson, Joe Root and Steve Smith first announced themselves to the world on this very stage.
For India, Kohli’s rise from the 2008-winning squad to becoming one of the modern greats remains a defining narrative.
Current India Test and ODI captain Shubman Gill, too, burst into prominence in the 2018 edition, underlining how this tournament often serves as a crystal ball into the future of world cricket.
11:56 (IST) Jan 15
India U19 vs United States of America U19 Live: A familiar favourite chasing history
India begin their Under-19 World Cup campaign as overwhelming favourites, carrying the weight of history and the confidence of a system that has consistently produced champions.
As the ICC showpiece gets underway on Thursday, India will open against USA in what is expected to be a relatively comfortable start to their quest for a record-extending sixth title.
Champions in five of the 16 editions so far, India remain the most dominant side in the tournament’s history since its inception in 1988.
Their success is built not just on trophies, but on depth, preparation and a proven pathway that grooms teenagers for the pressures of elite international cricket from a very young age.
As the ICC showpiece gets underway on Thursday, India will open against USA in what is expected to be a relatively comfortable start to their quest for a record-extending sixth title.
Champions in five of the 16 editions so far, India remain the most dominant side in the tournament’s history since its inception in 1988.
Their success is built not just on trophies, but on depth, preparation and a proven pathway that grooms teenagers for the pressures of elite international cricket from a very young age.
11:54 (IST) Jan 15
IND vs USA Live Score: India take on USA in opener
Hello and welcome to the live coverage of the opening match of the 2026 ICC U19 World Cup between India and USA at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo.
India are the overwhelming favourites as five-time champions against the minnows USA.
India are the overwhelming favourites as five-time champions against the minnows USA.
India vs USA U19 Highlights, World Cup 2026: Henil Patel led a devastating bowling performance as India U19 thrashed USA U19 by six wickets in a rain-affected ICC Under-19 World Cup opener on Thursday. The right-arm seamer was unplayable, finishing with brilliant figures of 5/16 from seven overs, including one maiden, as he ripped through the USA middle-order. His early breakthroughs set the tone, reducing the visitors to 35/4 after removing captain Utkarsh Srivastava for a duck and wicketkeeper Arjun Mahesh for 16. Alongside him, leg-spinner Khilan Patel trapped Amogh Arepally for 3, while Ritvik Appidi provided crucial support with 2/24 as USA were eventually bowled out for a meagre 107 in 35.2 overs.
Rain interrupted the match, reducing India’s target to 96 in 37 overs under the DLS method. India began cautiously, but lost three early wickets. Vaibhav Suryavanshi fell cheaply for 2, captain Ayush Mhatre for 19, and Vedant Trivedi for 2, followed soon by vice-captain Vihaan Malhotra for 18. With the chase wobbling at 70/4, the spotlight turned to Abhigyan Kundu, who anchored the innings with a composed 42 not out off 41 balls. He was ably supported by Kanishk Chouhan, guiding India home comfortably with 118 balls to spare.
India’s young side showed resilience, overcoming early jitters and rain interruptions, while Henil Patel’s brilliance with the ball ensured a commanding start to their campaign in Group B alongside Bangladesh and New Zealand.
Rain interrupted the match, reducing India’s target to 96 in 37 overs under the DLS method. India began cautiously, but lost three early wickets. Vaibhav Suryavanshi fell cheaply for 2, captain Ayush Mhatre for 19, and Vedant Trivedi for 2, followed soon by vice-captain Vihaan Malhotra for 18. With the chase wobbling at 70/4, the spotlight turned to Abhigyan Kundu, who anchored the innings with a composed 42 not out off 41 balls. He was ably supported by Kanishk Chouhan, guiding India home comfortably with 118 balls to spare.
India’s young side showed resilience, overcoming early jitters and rain interruptions, while Henil Patel’s brilliance with the ball ensured a commanding start to their campaign in Group B alongside Bangladesh and New Zealand.
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