New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated India Under 19 cricket team for winning the World Cup, describing the achievement as a proud moment for the nation and a powerful source of inspiration for young sportspersons across the country. He praised the players for their remarkable consistency and fighting spirit throughout the tournament.
In his message, the Prime Minister said India cricketing talent had once again proved its strength on the global stage. He noted that the team displayed exceptional skill, discipline and unity from the first match to the final. The victory, he added, would encourage countless youngsters to pursue sports with greater confidence and determination. He also wished the players success in their future careers.
India lifted the Under 19 World Cup for a record sixth time after defeating England by 100 runs in the final played in Harare, Zimbabwe. The comprehensive win further strengthened India position as the most successful side in the history of the competition and highlighted the depth of emerging cricket talent in the country.
The final witnessed a dominant performance from the Indian batting line up, which posted a massive total and put England under pressure from the start. The bowlers later backed the effort with disciplined spells, ensuring that the opposition never came close to the target. The victory was built on teamwork, careful planning and fearless execution.
A major talking point of the match was the extraordinary innings played by the teenage opener, who produced one of the finest knocks seen in an Under 19 final. He scored a breathtaking 175 from 80 balls, striking 15 fours and 15 sixes, and set a new record for the highest individual score in a summit clash of the tournament. His innings also helped India register the highest total ever in an Under 19 World Cup final.
Cricket experts have described the triumph as another milestone in India youth cricket structure. The result reflects the strong domestic system, quality coaching and competitive exposure provided to young players. The success is expected to give fresh momentum to grassroots cricket and encourage more children to take up the sport with big dreams.
The championship win has been widely celebrated across the country, with fans and former players applauding the maturity shown by the young team on the biggest stage.
