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- India U19 vs South Africa U19 Highlights, 2nd Youth ODI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s quickfire fifty powers India U19 to 8-wicket victory
India U19 vs South Africa U19 Highlights, 2nd Youth ODI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s quickfire fifty powers India U19 to 8-wicket victory
South Africa had batted first in their full 50-over innings, but early wickets tumbled as Jorich van Schalkwyk and Adnaan Lagadien managed only 10 and 25 respectively. Skipper Muhammed Bulbulia fell for 14, leaving the team under pressure. Jason Rowles anchored the innings with a composed 114 from 113 balls, supported by Daniel Bosman’s 31, but South Africa struggled to build partnerships and were eventually bowled out for 245. India’s bowlers were effective in containing the opposition, with Kishan Singh claiming four wickets, RS Ambrish taking two, and Deepesh Devendran, Kanishk Chouhan, and Khilan Patel chipping in with one each.
The match faced multiple interruptions due to bad lightning, and India’s innings was reduced to 27 overs under the DLS method. India completed the chase in 23.2 overs, finishing 176 for 2 and securing an eight-wicket victory. Vedant Trivedi contributed an unbeaten 31 off 57 balls, while Abhigyan Kundu remained not out on 48 from 42 deliveries, ensuring a comfortable finish. Sooryavanshi’s quickfire fifty reaffirmed his status as one of the most exciting young talents in cricket. The series provides crucial preparation for India’s Under-19 World Cup campaign, scheduled to begin on January 15 in Zimbabwe and Namibia.
Michael Kruiskamp to Abhigyan Kundu, No run, played towards mid wicket.
Michael Kruiskamp to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, OUT! c Armaan Manack b Michael Kruiskamp.
- Vedant Trivedi 4 (6)
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 68 (23)
Bayanda Majola to Vedant Trivedi, No run, played towards mid wicket.
Bayanda Majola to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 1 run, played towards point.
Bayanda Majola to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Four! Played towards mid off.
Bayanda Majola to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six! Played towards mid off.
Bayanda Majola to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six! Played towards mid off.
Bayanda Majola to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six! Played towards mid off.
- Vedant Trivedi 4 (5)
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 45 (18)
Michael Kruiskamp to Vedant Trivedi, No run, played towards third man.
Michael Kruiskamp to Vedant Trivedi, Wide.
Michael Kruiskamp to Vedant Trivedi, No run.
Michael Kruiskamp to Vedant Trivedi, Four! Played towards point.
Michael Kruiskamp to Vedant Trivedi, No run.
Michael Kruiskamp to Vedant Trivedi, No run.
Michael Kruiskamp to Aaron Varghese, OUT! c Daniel Bosman b Michael Kruiskamp.
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 45 (18)
- Aaron Varghese 20 (18)
Bayanda Majola to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, No run.
Bayanda Majola to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, No run, played towards mid on.
Bayanda Majola to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 2 runs, played towards covers.
Bayanda Majola to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, No run, played towards point.
Bayanda Majola to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six! Played towards mid wicket.
Bayanda Majola to Aaron Varghese, 1 run, played towards third man.
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 37 (13)
- Aaron Varghese 19 (17)
Jacob Basson to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, No run.
Jacob Basson to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, No run, played towards point.
Jacob Basson to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, No run.
Jacob Basson to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six! Played towards covers.
Jacob Basson to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, No run.
Jacob Basson to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six! Played towards mid wicket.
- Aaron Varghese 19 (17)
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 25 (7)
Bayanda Majola to Aaron Varghese, No run, played towards covers.
Bayanda Majola to Aaron Varghese, Four! Played towards covers.
Bayanda Majola to Aaron Varghese, Four! Played towards square leg.
Bayanda Majola to Aaron Varghese, Four! Played towards mid on.
Bayanda Majola to Aaron Varghese, No run.
Bayanda Majola to Aaron Varghese, No run, played towards covers.
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 25 (7)
- Aaron Varghese 7 (11)
Jacob Basson to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six! Played towards point.
Jacob Basson to Aaron Varghese, 1 run, played towards square leg.
Jacob Basson to Aaron Varghese, 2 runs, played towards mid off.
Jacob Basson to Aaron Varghese, No run, played towards covers.
Jacob Basson to Aaron Varghese, No run, played towards covers.
Jacob Basson to Aaron Varghese, Wide.
Jacob Basson to Aaron Varghese, No run, played towards point.
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 19 (6)
- Aaron Varghese 4 (6)
Bayanda Majola to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, No run, played towards mid wicket.
Bayanda Majola to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six! Played towards covers.
Bayanda Majola to Aaron Varghese, 1 run, played towards point.
Bayanda Majola to Aaron Varghese, No run, played towards covers.
Bayanda Majola to Aaron Varghese, No run, played towards covers.
Bayanda Majola to Aaron Varghese, No run, played towards mid on.
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 13 (4)
- Aaron Varghese 3 (2)
Jacob Basson to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, No run.
Jacob Basson to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six! Played towards fine leg.
Jacob Basson to Aaron Varghese, 3 runs, played towards covers.
Jacob Basson to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 1 run, played towards fine leg.
South Africa’s innings had seen early wickets tumble, with openers Jorich van Schalkwyk and Adnaan Lagadien scoring 10 and 25, and skipper Muhammed Bulbulia departing for 14. Jason Rowles played a brilliant counter-attacking innings of 114 from 113 balls, supported by Daniel Bosman’s 31, helping South Africa post a competitive total. India’s bowlers shared the workload well, with Kishan Singh taking 4/46, RS Ambrish 2, and support from Deepesh Devendran, Kanishk Chouhan, and Khilan Patel.
Despite interruptions due to lightning, the match was reduced to 27 overs under the DLS method for India. The chase was completed in 23.2 overs, with India finishing on 176 for 2, winning by eight wickets. Vedant Trivedi remained unbeaten on 31 off 57 balls, while Abhigyan Kundu contributed an unbeaten 48 from 42 deliveries. Sooryavanshi’s innings reinforced his reputation as one of the most exciting prospects in youth cricket. The series serves as vital preparation for the upcoming Under-19 World Cup in Zimbabwe and Namibia, beginning January 15.
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Venue
Willowmoore Park, Benoni
