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ICC Under 19 World Cup 2024

India's history in age-group cricket has been illustrious. The U-19 World Cup has served as a launchpad for several cricketing stars such as Virat Kohli, Yuvraj Singh, and Rohit Sharma among others.

India U19 team lost the World Cup final against Australia.

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U19 World Cup: Coach Hrishikesh Kanitkar touts a 'couple of players' from the U19 team to play for India

Naman Tiwari's message to Muragan Abhishek, "Guru, yaad rakhnaa, haarenge par seekh ke jayenge (Remember, we may lose but we will learn and go from here)" went viral.

Australia won the U19 World Cup final against India.

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'Yaad rakhna, haarenge par...': Naman Tiwari’s message to batting partner during final stages of U19 World Cup final wins internet; video goes viral

Hugh Weibgen revealed how Australia weaved a plan around India which helped them beat Uday Saharan's side in Under-19 World Cup 2024 final and lift the trophy.

Australia captain Hugh Weibgen speaks to the media with the U-19 World Cup trophy in the post match press conference after Australia defeat India in the final. (Getty)

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'Our plan was to...': Aussie captain Hugh Weibgen discloses masterplan which scripted India's defeat in U-19 World Cup final

Harjas Singh contributed a crucial 55 runs in the U-19 World Cup final clash between Australia and India. Originally from Chandigarh, India, Harjas is an Australian cricketer born in Sydney.

Australia's Harjas Singh reacts as he runs between the wickets to reach a half-century during the under-19 World Cup vs India. (Getty Images)

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Who is Harjas Singh, Chandigarh-based Australian who took Under-19 World Cup 2024 title away from India with impressive knock?

Saumy Pandey surpassed leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi's massive record by picking 18 wickets in the U-19 World Cup. Saumy picked one wicket in U-19 World Cup final vs Australia.

Left-arm spinner Saumy Pandey (L) and Ravi Bishnoi of India. (Getty Images) 

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U-19 World Cup: Saumy Pandey shatters Ravi Bishnoi's big record during India vs Australia's grand finale

Ahead of the marquee U19 World Cup final, the Sports Tak caught up with India captain Uday Saharan's parents, who offered prayers at Balaji Temple on the morning of the summit clash.

Uday Saharan's parents offering prayers at Balaji Temple. 

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EXCLUSIVE | India U19 captain Uday Saharan's parents offer prayers at Balaji Temple, reveal their advice to son ahead of World Cup final

India's semi-final clash with South Africa was a tightly contested affair, but India emerged victorious by two wickets, thanks to a pivotal partnership between captain Uday Saharan and Sachin Dhas.

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U19 World Cup Final, IND vs AUS: India asked to bowl under overcast conditions; Australia make one change to their playing XI

Five Indian talents stand ready to leave their mark on the U19 World Cup final, each bringing a unique set of skills that Australia will have to contend with in their pursuit of the title.

India U19 team will face off against Australia in World Cup final. 

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India's journey to the U19 World Cup final has been nothing short of spectacular, with a series of dominant performances that have seen them emerge victorious in all their matches.&nbsp;

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The shattered Pakistani players were seen crying following their heartbreaking one-wicket defeat against Australia in the Under-19 World Cup semifinal.

Pakistani players were seen crying after suffering heartbreaking loss against Australia in Under-19 World Cup semifinal. (Screengrab)

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WATCH: Gutted Pakistani players break down in tears after U-19 World Cup semifinal heartbreak following Australia jolt

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Ollie Pope's century helped England sail through Day 2 amidst Jasprit Bumrah's fury as Ben Stokes' brigade were placed at 209/3 in reply to India's 471 

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Addison Sheriff

Aidan Patrick O’Connor

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Christian Howe

Harry Hoekstra

Hayden Schiller

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Ollie Patterson

Oliver John Peake

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Steven Hogan

Thomas Brown

Vishwa Ramkumar

Zac Curtain

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Mildura City Oval, Mildura

179* by Theo Doropoulos v England Under-19 on February 11, 2003 - r

Theo Doropoulos

164 by Scott Kremerskothen v Papua New Guinea Under-19 on January 15, 1998 - r

Scott Kremerskothen

156* by Cameron White v Scotland Under-19 on January 25, 2002 - r

Cameron White

8/35 by Lloyd Pope v England Under-19 on January 23, 2018 - r

Lloyd Pope

7/15 by Jason Ralston v Papua New Guinea Under-19 on January 19, 2018 - r

Jason Ralston

6/24 by Tom Straker v Pakistan Under-19 on February 8, 2024 - w

Tom Straker

164 by Scott Kremerskothen v Papua New Guinea Under-19 on January 15, 1998 - Australia Under-19 beat Papua New Guinea Under-19 by 259 Runs

8/35 by Lloyd Pope v England Under-19 on January 23, 2018 - Australia Under-19 beat England Under-19 by 31 runs

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Michael  Hill

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Moises  Henriques

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Shaun Marsh - (471 runs for Australia Under-19)

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Moises Henriques - (27 wickets for Australia Under-19)

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Wayne Holdsworth - (19 wickets for Australia Under-19)

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Australia - Adelaide Oval, Adelaide

Australia - Berri Oval, Berri

New Zealand - Carisbrook, Dunedin

Bangladesh - MA Aziz Stadium, Chittagong

Sri Lanka - Colombo Cricket Club Ground, Colombo

South Africa - Diamond Oval, Kimberley

New Zealand - John Davies Oval, Queenstown

Malaysia - Kinrara Academy Oval, Kuala Lumpur

South Africa - Newlands, Cape Town

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Sri Lanka - P Sara Oval, Colombo

Sri Lanka - R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo

Bangladesh - Shaheed Chandu Stadium, Bogra

Sri Lanka - Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo

West Indies - Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua

South Africa - SuperSport Park, Centurion

Sri Lanka - De Zoysa Stadium, Moratuwa

South Africa - Willowmoore Park, Benoni

United Arab Emirates - Zayed Cricket Stadium

West Indies - Guyana National Stadium, Guyana

Bangladesh - Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram

Malaysia - Royal Selangor Club, Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia - Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia - Penang Sports Club, Penang

New Zealand - Bert Sutcliffe Oval, Lincoln

New Zealand - Hagley Oval, Christchurch

New Zealand - Lincoln Green, Lincoln

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