The Indian U-19 cricket team displayed nerves of steel to overcome a strong Australian challenge in the third Youth ODI, securing a thrilling seven-run victory and completing a clean sweep of the series. India’s batting prowess, highlighted by half-centuries from Rudra Patel and skipper Mohamed Amaan, set up a challenging target for the Aussies. Despite twin centuries from Oliver Peake and Steven Hogan, Australia couldn’t quite chase down the target, ultimately falling seven runs short.
India’s Under-19 team secured a commanding 2-0 series lead against Australia in the youth ODIs, with opener Sahil Parakh smashing an unbeaten century to guide India to a nine-wicket victory in the second match.
India U-19 secured a convincing seven-wicket victory over Australia U-19 in the first Youth ODI, with Karthikeya’s unbeaten 85 and Amaan’s half-century leading the charge. The match was also notable for the potential debut of Samit Dravid, Rahul Dravid’s son, though his absence remains unclear.
