Get ready for more thrilling youth cricket as India U19 takes on England U19 in the second Youth Test, with all eyes on promising young talent Vaibhav Suryavanshi.
Recap of the First Test Clash
The first Youth Test between India U19 and England U19 concluded in a draw, but not without some impressive performances. India’s young batsmen put on a formidable show, racking up a massive 540 runs in their first innings.
Skipper Ayush Mhatre led from the front, smashing his maiden century on the tour. He was well supported by Vihaan Malhotra, Abhigyan Kundu, Rahul Kumar, and KS Ambrish, all of whom notched up crucial half-centuries, showcasing the depth of India’s batting lineup.
Despite contributing just 10 runs with the bat in his first innings, Vaibhav Suryavanshi still managed to grab headlines. He etched his name in the record books by becoming the youngest player ever to record a fifty and pick a wicket in an international game, a testament to his all-round potential.
All Set for the Second Test
The stage is now set for the second Youth Test, promising another exciting display of talent from both sides. With the first match ending in a stalemate, both teams will be eager to assert their dominance and secure a series lead.
Fans will be keen to see if India’s batsmen can replicate their strong performance and if Vaibhav Suryavanshi can turn his unique record into a more significant batting contribution this time around.
Match Details: When and Where
The India U19 vs England U19 second Youth Test match is scheduled to begin on Thursday, July 20. Play is set to commence at 3:30 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).
The exciting contest will unfold at the historic County Ground in Chelmsford, a venue known for hosting many significant cricket matches over the years. It promises to be an ideal setting for these budding cricketers to showcase their skills.
Where to Catch the Action Live
For fans in India eager to follow the future stars, there’s good news! The India U19 vs England U19 second Youth Test will be available for live streaming online.
You can catch all the live action for free on the official England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) YouTube channel. Unfortunately, the match will not be broadcast on any television channels in India, so the ECB YouTube channel is your go-to destination.
Meet the Squads
Here are the full squads for both teams, featuring some of the brightest young talents in cricket:
England U19 Squad
- Archie Vaughan
- Jaydn Denly
- Hamza Shaikh (Captain)
- Rocky Flintoff
- Ben Mayes
- Thomas Rew (Wicketkeeper)
- Ekansh Singh
- Ralphie Albert
- Jack Home
- James Minto
- Alex Green
- Aaryan Sawant
- AM French
- Jay Singh
- Sebastian Morgan
- Tazeem Ali
India U19 Squad
- Ayush Mhatre (Captain)
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi
- Vihaan Malhotra
- Rahul Kumar
- Harvansh Pangalia (Wicketkeeper)
- Kanishk Chouhan
- RS Ambrish
- Deepesh Devendran
- Yudhajit Guha
- Naman Pushpak
- Anmoljeet Singh
- Henil Patel
- Abhigyan Kundu
- Mohamed Enaan
- Pranav Ragavendra
- Maulyarajsinh Chavda
Key Takeaways
- The India U19 vs England U19 2nd Youth Test begins on July 20 at 3:30 PM IST.
- The match will be played at County Ground, Chelmsford.
- Fans can live-stream the match for free on the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) YouTube channel.
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi previously made history as the youngest to score a fifty and take a wicket in an international game.
Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the stars of tomorrow as they battle it out in a crucial Youth Test match.
