Under-19 World Cup 2026: 14-Year-Old Vaibhav Suryavanshi Smashes 96 vs Scotland
Under-19 World Cup 2026 Warm-up
The cricketing world has a new sensation as the 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi unleashed a batting storm in the Under-19 World Cup 2026 warm-up match. On Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the Bulawayo Athletic Club, the young Indian opener decimated the Scotland bowling attack, scoring a blistering 96 runs off just 50 balls. This explosive performance comes just days before the official start of the tournament on January 15, sending a loud warning to all competing nations about India’s batting depth in the Under-19 World Cup 2026.
Match Highlights: India’s 374-Run Mountain
India’s U-19 team, led by Ayush Mhatre, put on a clinical display of power hitting to post a mammoth total. Despite the captain falling for 22, the rest of the top order ensured the momentum never shifted.
- Vaibhav’s Blitzkrieg: Vaibhav reached his half-century in just 27 balls. His 96-run knock was decorated with 9 fours and 7 towering sixes, striking at a rate of 192.00.
- Middle Order Contributions: * Vihaan Malhotra: The vice-captain played a steady knock of 77 runs.
- Aaron George: Added 61 runs to the tally.
- Abhigyan Kundu: Contributed a quick 55 runs.
- The Final Total: India finished their 50 overs at 374/8, a total that proved way beyond Scotland’s reach.
Scotland’s Struggle and DLS Result
Scotland’s chase was severely interrupted by rain, leading to a revised target. However, they were never in the hunt against a disciplined Indian bowling attack.
| Team | Score | Overs | Result |
| India U-19 | 374/8 | 50.0 | India won by 121 runs |
| Scotland U-19 | 112/9 | 23.2 | (DLS Method) |
Bowling Standouts:
- Deepesh Devendran: 3 wickets for 14 runs.
- Khilan Patel: 3 wickets for 4 runs.
Who is Vaibhav Suryavanshi?
At just 14, Vaibhav is already a household name in domestic circles. Representing Bihar in senior domestic cricket, he was recently retained by Rajasthan Royals for the IPL 2026 season. His recent form is staggering:
- Scored a 74-ball 127 against South Africa in the Youth ODI series earlier this month.
- Holds the record for the youngest centurion in Youth ODIs.
- Known for his fearless approach, he has hit 27 sixes in his last four innings alone.
What’s Next for Team India?
The “Blue Colts” are the defending champions and are placed in Group B alongside New Zealand, USA, and Bangladesh. Before their tournament opener against the USA on January 15, India will play one more warm-up match against England U-19 on Monday, January 12.
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