India's U19 Team Set for England Tour with New Captain Ayush Mhatre

India's U19 Squad Announced for England Tour

The Indian Under-19 cricket team is gearing up for its upcoming tour of England next month, with the squad now officially announced. Among the notable inclusions is 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who has been given the opportunity to showcase his talent. The team will be led by Ayush Mhatre, who is currently playing for Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2025. The tour is set to kick off on June 24, featuring a warm-up match of 50 overs, followed by a five-match ODI series and two multi-day matches. Fans and experts alike will be closely watching Mhatre and Suryavanshi, as both have made significant impacts in the IPL and are considered future stars.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi's Impressive IPL Debut

Vaibhav Suryavanshi made a remarkable entry in his first IPL season. Playing for Rajasthan Royals, the young player participated in seven matches, scoring a total of 252 runs at an average of 36. His strike rate exceeded 206, making it the highest in IPL 2025. Suryavanshi hit more sixes than fours, with 24 sixes and 18 fours to his name. As he takes on the opening role for the U19 team, expectations are high for him to replicate this performance.

Ayush Mhatre's Performance in IPL

Turning to Ayush Mhatre, he has also made a significant impact in his debut IPL season. The right-handed batsman has scored 206 runs for Chennai Super Kings at an average of 34.33, with a strike rate exceeding 187. His tally includes 8 sixes and 28 fours. Both Mhatre and Suryavanshi have their sights set on the upcoming U19 World Cup next year, aiming to lead India to victory.