India Triumphs Over Bangladesh in ICC U-19 World Cup 2026 Match

In a gripping match at the ICC Men's Under-19 World Cup 2026, India triumphed over Bangladesh by 18 runs, thanks to stellar bowling from Vihan Malhotra and solid batting performances. Despite early struggles, India managed to set a defendable score, leading to their second consecutive victory in the tournament. The match, affected by rain, showcased the resilience of the Indian team as they navigated challenges posed by Bangladesh's bowlers. Read on for a detailed account of this exciting encounter.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 18, 2026, 10:57 IST

India Secures Victory Against Bangladesh

In the ICC Men's Under-19 World Cup 2026, the Indian team faced off against Bangladesh at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Following a rain interruption, India emerged victorious by 18 runs using the DLS method. Indian bowlers, particularly Vihan Malhotra, played a pivotal role, taking four wickets and turning the match in India's favor. This remarkable performance allowed India to clinch their second consecutive win in the tournament.

Batting first, India struggled initially but found momentum through Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who scored 72 runs off 67 balls, keeping the team in contention despite the challenges faced by other batsmen. Wicketkeeper-batsman Abhijnaan Kundu contributed significantly with 80 runs from 112 balls, helping India post a total of 238 runs in 49 overs. Although this innings was considered slow by modern standards, it proved crucial for setting a defendable score, aiding in the DLS calculations.

Due to a 65-minute rain delay, the match was reduced to 49 overs per side. Al Fahad was outstanding with the ball, claiming five wickets for 38 runs in 9.2 overs, consistently troubling Indian batsmen with his varied pace. He dismissed Kundu in the 47th over, completing his five-wicket haul. Captain Azizul Hakim supported him well, taking two wickets for 42 runs, including the key wicket of Kanishk Chauhan, breaking a vital partnership.

Chauhan managed to hit four boundaries in his 26-ball innings. Bangladesh's bowlers made early inroads, taking three wickets during the powerplay. Al Fahad was on the verge of a hat-trick, having dismissed Indian captain Ayush Mhatre and Vedant Trivedi in quick succession. Despite the early setbacks, Vaibhav steadied the innings, forming a partnership of over 40 runs with Vihan Malhotra, who scored seven runs off 24 balls before being dismissed by Hakim. Vaibhav and Kundu later added 62 runs off 101 balls, but Vaibhav fell to Iqbal Hussain Imon while attempting a pull shot. At the time of the rain interruption, India had scored 192 runs for six wickets in the 39th over, with Bangladesh bowlers maintaining their dominance.