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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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The Royal Challengers Bengaluru reached their fourth IPL final with a comprehensive eight-wicket victory over the Punjab Kings in the first qualifier

Dinesh Karthik labelled Rajat Patidar as the 'biggest eye-opener' 

RCB have reached their first IPL final in nine years

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'What a guy he is...': RCB coach Dinesh Karthik labels this star as 'biggest eye-opener' after reaching IPL 2025 final

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

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

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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

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

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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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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

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India Under-19

Abhigyan Kundu

Aditya Rana

Ambrish R S

Anmoljeet Singh

Ayush Mhatre

Harvansh Singh Pangalia

Henil Patel

Kanishk Chouhan

Khilan Patel

Maulyarajsinh Chavda

Mohammed Enaan

Pranav Ragavendra Rajendran Deepa

Rahul Kumar

Rahul Ramshankar Kumar

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Vihan Malhotra

Yudhajit Kaushik Guha

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England Under-19

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

Ambati Rayudu

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

Raj Angad 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 Angad 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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