Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s explosive century stole the show in the Under-19 World Cup 2026 final, as India racked up 411/9 to challenge England at Harare. Aiming for their sixth trophy, India drew first blood with the bat after skipper Ayush Mhatre won the toss.
Early trouble struck at 20/1 with Aaron George out for 9. Enter Suryavanshi, who alongside Mhatre forged 142 runs in 90 balls, reaching 162. Mhatre’s battling 53 (51 balls, 7×4, 2×6) set a solid platform.
Suryavanshi’s onslaught continued with Vedant Trivedi, adding 89 in 39 overs. His 175 off 80 balls—15 fours, 15 sixes—dazzled under the lights. Vihaan Malhotra and Trivedi then added 51 to surpass 300.
India slipped to 308/5, but Abhijnan Kundu (40, 31 balls, 6×4, 1×6) and RS Ambrish (18) countered with 51 runs. Finisher Kanishk Chauhan remained not out on 37 from 20 balls (3×4, 1×6), ensuring a formidable 411/9.
James Minto starred for England with three scalps, supported by Sebastian Morgan, Alex Green (2 each), and Manny Lumsden. The stage is set for an epic chase as England hunts elusive glory.