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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

Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif tweeted a motivational message for the Indian team, saying that results don’t matter much following India's loss in the U-19 final against Australia.

Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif (Left) and Indian U-19 players in the huddle. (Getty Images)

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Mohammad Kaif’s bold remark after India lose U-19 World Cup final to Australia, says ‘results don’t…’

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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Virat Kohli smashed an half-century.

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Virat Kohli celebrating his fifty vs KKR in IPL 2025 opener

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Suryakumar Yadav has played in 150 IPL games and amassed 3594 runs at a strike rate of 145.33 and an average of 32.38. 

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Suryakumar Yadav will lead MI in Hardik Pandya's absence.

Surya addresses his form and batting position.

Mumbai Indians' Suryakumar Yadav in frame

Suryakumar Yadav addresses his form and batting position ahead of CSK vs MI clash in IPL 2025, says 'with the form I think the harder...'

Adam Gilchrist revealed that Punjab Kings management was erratic when he was leading the franchise during his IPL stint

Adam Gilchrist said that PBKS was erratic during his stint with the franchise as their captain

Gilchrist cited this reason behind PBKS below par performance in IPL so far

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‘PBKS management was erratic, they acted as handbrake when I was captain’: Former Punjab Kings skipper's shocking claim amidst IPL 2025

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by seven wickets in the Indian Premier League 2025 opener clash at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. 

RCB defeated KKR by seven wickets in IPL 2025 opener clash. 

Krunal Pandya was awarded Player of the Match for RCB vs KKR IPL 2025 clash. 

Rajat Patidar of Royal Challengers Bengaluru plays a shot during the 2025 IPL match between Kolkata the Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru

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Three-time Stanley Cup champion Patrick Maroon has officially announced his retirement from professional hockey, bringing an end to a remarkable career.

Patrick Maroon has officially announced his retirement from professional hockey.

The 37-year-old forward made the announcement ahead of the game between the Chicago Blackhawks and St. Louis Blues.

Maroon's career is defined by his three Stanley Cup championships.

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'You've got to give up everything...' Three-time Stanley Cup champion and Blackhawks forward announces retirement after the end of the season

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The Memphis Grizzlies confirmed on Saturday afternoon that Brandon Clarke has sustained a high-grade PCL sprain in his right knee, ruling him out for the remainder of the year.

Brandon Clarke's 2024-25 season has come to an unfortunate and early end due to a knee injury.

The Memphis Grizzlies confirmed on Saturday afternoon that Clarke has sustained a high-grade PCL sprain in his right knee.

According to the Grizzlies, Brandon Clarke sustained the PCL sprain during Wednesday’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers.

Desmond Bane, Jaylen Wells and Brandon Clarke in the frame

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Virat Kohli achieved a historic feat during the Kolkata Knight Riders versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru IPL 2025 clash

RCB's batting maestro Virat Kohli in frame

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Ajinkya Rahane achieved a historic feat during Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 opener between Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru 

KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane in frame

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Eight out of the top 10 highest scores in IPL history were registered in the previous season as the batters became more aggressive and played with added freedom due to impact player rule.

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India Under-19

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Anmoljeet Singh

Anurag Kawade

Ayush Mhatre

Chetan Sharma

Deepesh Devendran

Hardik Raj

Harvansh Singh Pangalia

Karthikeya KP

Kiran Sunil Chormale

Mohammad Amaan

Mohammed Enaan

Naman Pushpak

Nikhil Kumar

Pranav Pant

Pranav Ragavendra Rajendran Deepa

Sahil Parakh

Samarth Nagaraj

Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Yudhajit Kaushik Guha

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177* by Ambati Rayudu v England Under-19 on August 30, 2002 - w

Ambati Rayudu

162* by Raj Bawa v Uganda Under-19 on January 22, 2022 - r

Raj Bawa

160 by Shubman Gill v England Under-19 on February 6, 2017 - r

Shubman Gill

9/16 by Irfan Pathan v Bangladesh Under-19 on November 4, 2003 - r

Irfan Pathan

6/9 by Abu Nechim v Bangladesh Under-19 on July 28, 2007 - r

Abu Nechim

6/23 by Kamal Passi v Zimbabwe Under-19 on August 14, 2012 - r

Kamal Passi

162* by Raj Bawa v Uganda Under-19 on January 22, 2022 - India Under-19 beat Uganda Under-19 by 326 runs

6/23 by Kamal Passi v Zimbabwe Under-19 on August 14, 2012 - India Under-19 beat Zimbabwe Under-19 by 63 runs

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