India created history on Friday by winning its record-extending sixth title at the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026, defeating England Under-19 by 100 runs in a high-scoring final at Harare Sports Club.
After winning the toss and choosing to bat, India Under-19 posted a massive 411 for nine in their allotted 50 overs. The total proved far beyond England’s reach, as India bowled them out for 311 runs inside 41 overs.
🌟 Vaibhav Suryavanshi Steals the Show
The final belonged to Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who produced one of the greatest knocks in Under-19 World Cup history. The young batter smashed a breathtaking 175 off just 80 balls, completely dismantling the England bowling attack with fearless stroke play.
He was well supported by Ayush Mhatre, who chipped in with a brisk 53 off 51 balls, helping India build relentless momentum throughout the innings.
Final Match Details
- Match: England U19 vs India U19
- Stage: Final
- Date: Friday, 6 February 2026
- Time:
- 9:30 AM (Local)
- 7:30 AM (GMT)
- Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
Toss
- India U19 won the toss and chose to bat first
Match Officials
- Umpire: Lubabalo Gcuma
- Third Umpire: Zahid Bass
- Match Referee: Graeme Labro
Venue Guide – Harare Sports Club
- City: Harare, Zimbabwe
- Capacity: 10,000
India U19 Squad
Playing XI
- Aaron George
- Vaibhav
- Ayush Mhatre
- Vihaan Mal
- Vedant Trived
- Abhigyan Kundu
- RS Ambrish
- Kanishk Ch
- Khilan Patel
- Henil Patel
- Deepesh Devend
- Bench
- Harvansh
- Mohamed Enaan
- Udhav Moh
- Kishan Kumar Singh
England U19 Squad
Playing XI
- Ben Dawkins
- Joseph Moores
- Ben Mayes
- Captain & Wicketkeeper – Thomas Rew
- Caleb Falconer
- Ralphie Albert
- Farhan Ahmed
- Sebastian Morgan
- James Minto
- Manny Lumsden
- Alex Green
- Bench
- Isaac Mohammed
- Luke Hands
- Will Bennison
- Ali Farooq
- Alex French
Record-Breaking 175 by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in Under 19 World Cup
In a sensational batting display, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed a blistering 175 runs to place India U-19 in a dominant position in their ICC U-19 World Cup 2026 final match against England at Harare. This was no ordinary knock; it recorded many records in the U-19 World Cup and Youth ODIs.
Historic Feats Achieved
- First 150+ score in U19 World Cup playoffs:
- Sooryavanshi’s 175 is the highest ever score in a knockout match of the U-19 World Cup.
Previous Records: 143 by Nicholas Pooran against Australia (Quarter Final, 2014, Dubai)
Highest score in U19 World Cup final:
- His score also surpassed the previous highest of 111* by Unmukt Chand vs Australia (Final, 2012, Townsville).
Among India’s Greatest Youth ODI Innings
Second-highest score by India in Youth ODIs:
- 1️⃣ 177* – Ambati Rayudu vs England U19, Ta
- 2️⃣ 175 – Vaibhav Sooryavanshi vs England Third-Highest Indian Youth ODI score: 171 – Vaibhav Sooryavanshi vs UAE U-19, ICCA Dubai (December 20245)
🏆 Sixth World Title for India
- India’s bowlers then ensured there were no late scares, defending the huge total with discipline and intensity. With this victory, India added another golden chapter to its rich youth cricket legacy, underlining its dominance at the Under-19 level.
- The win further cements India’s status as the most successful team in Under-19 World Cup history and highlights the strength of the country’s next generation of cricketing stars.
Final Result:
India 411/9 (50 overs)
England 311 all out (40.5 overs)
India won by 100 runs 🎉
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