India faced a tough challenge against Bangladesh in their Group A match of the U19 World Cup. Despite a brilliant knock from Vaibhav Suryavanshi, India lost key wickets at regular intervals and found themselves under pressure.
Match Overview
- Match: India U19 vs Bangladesh U19
- Tournament: ICC U19 World Cup 2026
- Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
- Date: 17 January 2026
- Toss: Bangladesh won the toss and chose to bowl
Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s Mature Knock
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, just 14 years old, showed great maturity and skill. Unlike his aggressive natural style, he played calmly, rotated the strike, and punished bad balls.
- He reached his half-century in just 30 balls
- Mixed patience with powerful shots
- Looked set for a big hundred
However, just when India needed him most, Suryavanshi went for a big hit and got caught at wide mid-on. His dismissal changed the momentum of the match.
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Vaibhav Suryavanshi Batting Summary
| Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | 52 | 6 | 3 | ~138.5 |
His wicket was a turning point, and Bangladesh celebrated it like gold.
India’s Batting Struggles
India lost early wickets, which forced Suryavanshi to play responsibly instead of freely.
Key Indian Wickets
| Batter | Runs | How Out |
|---|---|---|
| Ayush Mhatre (c) | 6 | Caught at cover |
| Vedant Trivedi | 0 | Caught at slip |
| Vihaan Malhotra | Low score | Caught at slip |
| Vaibhav Suryavanshi | 72 | Caught at wide mid-on |
| Harvansh Pangalia | 0 | Caught at slip |
At one stage, India were 119/5, clearly on the back foot.
Bangladesh’s Bowling – Disciplined and Smart
Bangladesh bowlers kept things tight with:
- Multiple maiden overs
- Good use of short balls
- Smart field placements
Top Bangladesh Bowlers
| Bowler | Highlight |
|---|---|
| Al Fahad | 2 wickets in 2 balls early |
| Iqbal Hossain Emon | Key wicket of Suryavanshi |
| Sheikh Paevez Jibon | Maiden overs & pressure |
Their discipline did not allow India to accelerate easily.
Rain Adds More Drama
Rain played a role throughout the match:
- Toss was delayed
- Drizzle came back during India’s innings
- Play continued despite light rain
Thankfully, no overs were lost, but conditions made batting tricky.
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Key Moments of the Match
- Suryavanshi broke Virat Kohli’s youth ODI run record
- India crossed 100 runs slowly
- Bangladesh celebrated every wicket aggressively
- No handshake at toss due to political tension
Why This Knock Still Matters
Even though Suryavanshi got out, this innings proved:
- He can play long, responsible innings
- He can handle pressure at a young age
- He is one of India’s biggest future stars
After failing in the opening match, this knock was a strong comeback.
India will be disappointed to lose momentum after Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s wicket, but the young star once again showed why the cricket world is watching him closely. Bangladesh, on the other hand, displayed maturity and discipline beyond their age.
