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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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Watch: Fans turn violent during IPL 2025 match, exchange blows at the stands following an ugly fight

Australia's veteran all-rounder Moises Henriques has decided to retire from first-class cricket. He also won an IPL title with SRH in 2016

Moises Henriques has retired from first-class cricket

He also won an IPL title with SRH in 2016

File Photo: Former SRH's star all-rounder Moises Henriques (R) in action in this frame

Former IPL winner with 16,534 runs, 349 wickets announces retirement, says 'I wasn't leading by winning games...'

Rayudu believes that as CSK has not developed a replacement talent to draw large crowds to IPL games, Dhoni's retirement could be a difficult time for the team.

CSK to face RCB in IPL 2025 on 28 March.

Both teams won their first game.

They will be eyeing to record their second win of the season.

Chennai Super Kings' MS Dhoni in frame

Ambati Rayudu reveals how MS Dhoni's craze among fans 'might come back to bite' CSK, says 'have not built up any other guy in the franchise'

Stephen Fleming stated that their star pacer will not be playing against RCB due to an injury he is currently dealing with.

Chennai Super Kings' players in frame

CSK coach Stephen Fleming provides worrysome update on superstar player, says 'don’t expect him to play...'

Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh lauds Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) star Nicholas Pooran after his 70-run knock against  Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. 

Harbhajan Singh labelled Nicholas Pooran as the best T20 player. 

Nicholas Pooran scored 145 runs in first two matches of IPL 2025.

Suryakumar Yadav, captain of India and Sanju Samson

Not Suryakumar Yadav or Sanju Samson, India's World Cup-winning star picks this star as 'current best player of T20 format'

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Manchester United weigh blockbuster striker moves amid financial constraints. Will they splurge on elite names or bet on Premier League youth?

Manchester United’s search for attacking firepower has taken a dramatic turn, with two marquee strikers emerging as top targets.

But financial restraints could force the club to pivot toward a younger, cheaper alternative.

Manchester United's striker hunt heats up as two blockbuster names top shortlist

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Liverpool shares update on Newcastle’s £30m pursuit of a rising star as defensive tensions mount. Will this gamble secure their backline or spark a transfer war?

Liverpool have drawn a hard line in the sand over the future of a rising star amid mounting pressure from Newcastle United.

Breaking: Liverpool reaches crucial decision on key player as Newcastle links emerge

Jarell Quansah with his Liverpool teammates

Following an angioplasty, the cricket player was released from KPJ Evercare Hospital in Dhaka. But it is still unclear if or when he will be able to play cricket again.

Bangladesh's former captain Tamim Iqbal in frame

Tamim Iqbal finally gets discharged from hospital after heart attack, cricket future remains uncertain

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After Max Verstappen's subtle protest, multiple F1 drivers have quietly rallied behind Liam Lawson following his controversial Red Bull demotion. Is this a sign of growing dissent in the paddock?

Newly axed Red Bull driver Liam Lawson has found an unexpected wave of solidarity from his peers.

It happened after his abrupt removal from the team’s second seat.

After Max Verstappen, three more of Liam Lawson’s peers rally behind him post Red Bull demotion

Max Verstappen and Liam Lawson

The Royal Challengers (RCB) will face the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) for their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 second clash at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. Here are the batters who scored the most runs against RCB. 


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MS Dhoni to Rohit Sharma: Players who scored most runs against RCB in history of IPL

KKR's Quinton De Kock shattered Shikhar Dhawan's towering IPL record in Guwahati after his stellar 97-run knock against RR

Kolkata Knight Riders' Quinton de Kock (C) in action in this frame

Quinton De Kock breaks Shikhar Dhawan's sensational IPL record after 97-run knock in KKR's win over RR

After defeating the Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their IPL 2025 opener clash, the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will now face the Lucknow Super Giants for their second clash of the tournament. 


Abhishek Sharma (R) plays a shot as Lucknow Super Giants' wicketkeeper captain KL Rahul watches during the Indian Premier League (IPL) Twenty20 cricket match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Lucknow Super Giants

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Shreyas Iyer marked his debut as captain of the Punjab Kings (PBKS) in spectacular fashion, etching his name into the Indian Premier League (IPL) record books.

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Shreyas Iyer tastes history during GT vs PBKS IPL 2025 clash, becomes first ever skipper to bag this mega milestone

James Neesham's fifer helped New Zealand register a comprehensive eight-wicket win over Pakistan in the fifth and final T20I of the series.

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James Neesham becomes 5th bowler in T20I history to achieve rare feat against Pakistan

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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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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