Vihan’s Malhotra’s resolute century lit up Bulawayo as India piled up 352 for 8 in 50 overs, handing Zimbabwe a steep 353-run victory target in the Under-19 Cricket World Cup Super Sixes.
Zimbabwe’s toss win led to bowling first, and India responded assertively. Openers George (23 off 16) and Suryavanshi (52 off 30, 4×4, 4×6) added 44 before wickets tumbled: Mhatre 21, Trivedi 15, slipping to 130/4.
Malhotra and Kundu (61 off 62) then scripted a comeback with 113 runs for the fifth wicket, reaching 243. Post Kundu, Malhotra’s partnerships – 52 with Ambrish (21) and 47 with Patel (30) – boosted the score.
Unbeaten on 109 (107 balls, 7×4), Malhotra’s knock was the highlight, blending caution with aggression.
Bowling figures: Chimugoro 3/49 (8 overs), Mudzengerere 2/51 (10), Majaye 2/86 (8), Patel 1. India’s total reflects depth and resilience, positioning them strongly.
As Zimbabwe embarks on the chase, the match promises drama, with India’s bowlers eager to defend this lofty score under lights.