India Beats Bangladesh U-19 World Cup: Vihan’s 4-Wicket Haul Seals Thrilling 18-Run Win as Bangladesh Collapses for 40 Runs
The Indian cricket team, the dominant force in junior cricket, has once again showcased why they are 5-time champions. In a match that swung like a pendulum, the “Boys in Blue” registered a spectacular and memorable victory in the ongoing season of the U-19 World Cup.
Facing their arch-rivals Bangladesh in a high-voltage encounter, India seemed to be staring at defeat at one stage. However, displaying nerves of steel, the Indian bowlers orchestrated a miraculous turnaround, snatching victory from the jaws of defeat.
In a dramatic collapse, Bangladesh lost their last 8 wickets for a mere 40 runs, handing India a thrilling 18-run victory. This win not only strengthens India’s grip on the tournament but also marks their second consecutive win, following a comfortable 6-wicket triumph over the USA.
Rain Interruption and Bangladesh’s Strong Grip
The match, played in Bloemfontein, was affected by rain, which altered the mathematics of the game. India had posted a total of 239 runs in their innings. However, rain interrupted play during the Bangladesh chase, leading to a revised target under the Duckworth-Lewis (DLS) method.
Bangladesh was set a revised target of 165 runs in 29 overs. The “Tiger Cubs” started their chase with confidence and aggression. At one point, Bangladesh was cruising at 106 for 2, needing less than 60 runs with plenty of wickets in hand.
At this juncture, it seemed almost certain that Bangladesh would walk away with an easy win. The Indian camp looked worried as the opposition batsmen were well-set and the target was within touching distance. But as the cliché goes, cricket is a game of glorious uncertainties.
Vihan Malhotra’s Magical Spell: 8 Wickets for 40 Runs
Just when the game seemed lost, Indian bowler Vihan Malhotra turned the match on its head. Having failed with the bat earlier (scoring only 7 runs), Vihan redeemed himself with the ball in a spectacular fashion.
Using his spin and impeccable line and length, he spun a web around the Bangladeshi batters. In a match-defining spell of just 4 overs, Vihan broke the backbone of the Bangladesh batting lineup.
He picked up 4 crucial wickets, triggering a panic in the opposition dressing room. From a comfortable 106/2, the Bangladesh team crumbled like a house of cards. The remaining batsmen could not withstand the pressure exerted by the Indian bowling attack.
The entire team was bowled out for 146 runs. The collapse was dramatic: from 106 to 146, Bangladesh lost 8 wickets for just 40 runs. This incredible bowling performance ensured India secured an 18-run victory, maintaining their dominance with a fourth consecutive win against Bangladesh in U-19 World Cups.
Vaibhav and Abhigyan: The Saviors with the Bat
Earlier in the day, India lost the toss and was put into bat. The start was far from ideal as the Bangladesh bowlers rattled the Indian top order early on.
Except for star opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the top order failed to fire. Vaibhav played a responsible and classy innings, scoring a brilliant 72 runs to keep the scoreboard ticking.
However, a middle-order collapse left India tottering at 119 for 5. It was here that wicketkeeper-batsman Abhigyan Kundu and Kanishk Chauhan joined forces to rescue the team.
Abhigyan played an aggressive knock, smashing 80 runs to shift the momentum. He was ably supported by Kanishk, who contributed a vital 28 runs. Their partnership helped India post a competitive total of 238 runs in 50 overs. For Bangladesh, Al Fahad was the pick of the bowlers, claiming a 5-wicket haul.
‘No Handshake’ Policy Adds Heat
Matches between India and Bangladesh at the U-19 level are known for their emotional intensity and aggression. This encounter was no different.
Tensions were palpable on the field. Mirroring the stance taken in the match against Pakistan, the Indian team reportedly adopted a ‘No Handshake’ policy with the Bangladeshi players. The distance maintained between the players during and after the match highlighted the fierce rivalry and the underlying tension between the two sides.
Record Alert: Sri Lanka’s Viran Chamuditha Creates History
While India celebrated a thrilling win, history was being rewritten elsewhere in the U-19 World Cup. Sri Lanka’s young sensation, 17-year-old opener Viran Chamuditha, played the innings of a lifetime against Japan.
Viran smashed a colossal 192 runs off just 143 balls, setting a new world record for the highest individual score in the tournament’s history. His explosive innings was studded with 26 fours and 1 six.
He was supported by his opening partner, Dimantha Mahavithana, who also scored a century (115 runs). Together, the duo stitched a massive partnership of 328 runs for the first wicket—the highest partnership in Youth ODI history. Riding on their heroics, Sri Lanka posted a mammoth total of 387/4 in their 50 overs.
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