India’s promising Under-19 cricket squad has been announced for the upcoming tour of Australia, featuring several top performers from their recent successful run.
Familiar Faces Lead the Charge
The Junior Selection Committee has named a strong squad for the highly anticipated tour Down Under. The team will be led by the talented skipper Ayush Mhatre, with the equally capable Vihaan Malhotra stepping in as his vice-captain.
Charismatic opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is also a key inclusion, fresh off a stellar tour of England. These players were instrumental in India’s recent dominant performances, setting high expectations for the Australia series.
High-Stakes Tour Down Under
The young Indian side is set to play three One-Day matches and two challenging four-day games against the Australian U19 team. This comprehensive tour aims to provide invaluable experience to the rising stars of Indian cricket.
The tour kicks off with the first limited-overs match on September 21, promising an exciting start to the series. The action-packed schedule will conclude on October 10, ensuring an intense period of competition and growth for the players.
BCCI secretary Devajot Saikia confirmed the squad selection and tour details in a recent statement, highlighting the importance of this exposure for developing young talent on the international stage.
Momentum from England Success
This upcoming tour follows India U19’s impressive outing in England, where they demonstrated their capabilities against a strong opponent. They successfully clinched the Youth ODI series against the hosts with a convincing 3-2 victory.
Both Youth Tests played during the England tour ended in hard-fought draws, showcasing the team’s resilience and ability to compete in longer formats. The top order, in particular, played a crucial role in the ODI success.
Notable performances included centuries from Suryavanshi and Malhotra, who were pivotal in the decisive fourth ODI. Their contributions helped India post a massive 363 runs, highlighting the team’s strong batting prowess.
The Full Squad and Schedule Revealed
The BCCI has released the complete list of players who will be representing India, blending experienced players with emerging talents to ensure a robust team composition. Additionally, five standby players have been named, ready to step in if required.
India U19 Squad:
Ayush Mhatre (c), Vihaan Malhotra (vc), Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Vedant Trivedi, Rahul Kumar, Abhigyan Kundu (wk), Harvansh Singh (wk), R S Ambrish, Kanishk Chouhan, Naman Pushpak, Henil Patel, D Deepesh, Kishan Kumar, Anmoljeet Singh, Khilan Patel, Udhav Mohan, Aman Chauhan.
Standby Players:
Yudhajit Guha, Laxman, B.K. Kishore, Alankrith Rapole, and Arnav Bugga.
Tour Schedule:
One-day series: September 21, September 24, and September 26.
Four-day games: September 30 – October 3, and October 7 – October 10.
- India U19 squad for the Australia tour has been announced, led by skipper Ayush Mhatre.
- Key players like Vihaan Malhotra and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi are retained after their strong performances in England.
- The tour will feature three One-Day International matches and two four-day games, running from September 21 to October 10.
- India recently secured a 3-2 Youth ODI series victory against England, building significant momentum for the upcoming tour.
This tour offers a crucial platform for these young cricketers to gain international experience and hone their skills against a formidable Australian side, paving their way for future opportunities in the senior national team.
