(Watch) Australia wins the U-19 World Cup, India suffers another heartbreak by 79 runs.
In another heartbreaking defeat for India, they were once again thwarted in the U19 World Cup final, this time by Bangladesh. This loss adds to a string of disappointments, including defeats in the Commonwealth Games 2022, World Test Championship 2023 final, ODI World Cup 2023 final, and now the U19 World Cup 2024 final. Despite displaying a promising brand of cricket throughout the tournament under the leadership of Uday Saharan, India fell short yet again, leaving fans shattered.
Here is the winning moment and celebration when Australia received the U-19 World Cup Trophy.
Australia, led by Hugh Weibgen, batted first and despite initial struggles, managed to post a formidable total of 253 runs. Opener Harry Dixon and skipper Weibgen laid the foundation, while Harjas Singh, despite a slump in form, delivered a crucial half-century, ending as the top scorer with 55 runs. Oliver Peake’s unbeaten 46 added to India’s challenge.
In reply, India faltered from the beginning, with key batsmen failing to make significant contributions. Despite Adarsh Singh’s valiant effort with a steady innings, the lack of support from other batsmen led to a collapse. Murugan Abhisekh’s resilient 42 provided some resistance, but it wasn’t enough as India succumbed to a 79-run defeat.
Australia’s bowlers, notably Mahli Beardman and Raf MacMillan, wreaked havoc, each claiming three wickets, sealing their team’s fourth U19 World Cup title. Meanwhile, the Indian dressing room was engulfed in despair, mirroring a recurring theme of coming agonizingly close yet falling short on the big stage.