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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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U19 World Cup Final: 5 Indian prodigies Australia should fear in the marquee summit clash; check list here

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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Punjab Kings won the toss and decided to bowl first against Mumbai Indians in their IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 clash

PBKS won the toss and chose to bowl first against MI in their IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 clash

Know playing XI of both the teams here:

Mumbai Indians' captain Hardik Pandya (R) and Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer in frame

PBKS vs MI, IPL 2025 Qualifier 2, Toss Update: PBKS opt to bowl first against MI, Shreyas Iyer brings in star player; Know Playing XI of both teams

AB De Villiers said that his former RCB teammate Virat Kohli's presence in the cricket field will be missed in Tests

AB De Villiers said that Virat Kohli followed his gut feeling before announcing his Test retirement

Virat Kohli's Test retirement left the fans shocked

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'He must have listened to...': AB De Villiers still not over his former RCB teammate Virat Kohli's Test retirement

Mumbai Indians' superstar Rohit Sharma came up with a hilarious response when a little fan asked him about his batting weakness ahead of IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 clash

Rohit Sharma was quizzed about his batting frailty by a young fan

The MI superstar came up with an epic reply to the young kid's query  

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Watch: Rohit Sharma comes up with an epic reply when young fan asked him about his batting weakness ahead of PBKS vs MI IPL 2025 Qualifier 2

Murali Karthik isn't happy with Mumbai Indians' decision making during IPL 2025 Eliminator clash against Gujarat Titans 

Murali Kartik isn't happy with Mumbai Indians' decision making ahead of IPL 2025 Qualifier 2

MI will face PBKS in the IPL 2025 Qualifier 2 on June 1

Mumbai Indians' captain Hardik Pandya in this frame

'He was playing good. Suddenly, you completely ignored him': Ex-India cricketer questions MI's tactics ahead of IPL 2025 Qualifier 2

Punjab Kings will face-off against the Mumbai Indians in the second Qualifier at the Narendra Modi stadium on June 1

PBKS will qualify for the IPL final if they beat MI

PBKS suffered a comprehensive eight-wicket deffeat against RCB

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'Looking forward to help Punjab Kings win their first IPL title...': Arshdeep Singh gives big statement ahead of Mumbai Indians clash

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The New York Mets thrashed New York Yankees 18-2 on Saturday and have already clinched the series. 

The New York Mets thrashed New York Yankees on Saturday. 

The first game was won by the Mets 8-5.

The second game saw the New York Mets demolish New York Yankees 18-2. 

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Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts sends message after crushing New York Yankees despite Aaron Judge’s heroics

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The Indian-Czech pair of Rohan Bopanna and Adam Pavlasek crashed out of French Open 2025 after going down to Harri Heliovaara and Henry Patten in the third round

Rohan Bopanna has been knocked out of French Open 2025

Rohan Bopanna and Adam Pavlasek lost to Harri Heliovaara and Henry Patten in the third round

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French Open 2025: Rohan Bopanna knocked out as Indo-Czech pair flattened by Finland-British duo in the pre-quarterfinal

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Shubman Gill will be captaining India for the first time in Test cricket in the upcoming five-match series against England 

Shubman Gill is set to lead the Indian team in the Test series against England 

Shubman Gill has never captained the Indian team in Test cricket before

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'He needs to perform with the bat...': Ex-India star gives massive reminder to Shubman Gill ahead of England Tests

New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza shared a major health update on Brandon Nimmo after he exited early against Colorado Rockies.

New York Mets defeated Colorado Rockies 8-2 on Saturday. 

Brandon Nimmo exited in the seventh inning of the game.

The Mets have already won the series against Rockies. 

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New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza offers update on Brandon Nimmo's early exit from game

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Australia Under-19

Addison Sheriff

Aidan Patrick O’Connor

Alex Lee Young

Christian Howe

Harry Hoekstra

Hayden Schiller

Lachlan Ranaldo

Lincoln Hobbs

Ollie Patterson

Oliver John Peake

Riley Kingsell

Simon Budge

Steven Hogan

Thomas Brown

Vishwa Ramkumar

Zac Curtain

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Hugh D Weibgen

West Indies Under-19

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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