Dominant India Crushes New Zealand to Top Group B | U19 World Cup 2026



Dominant India Crushes New Zealand to Top Group B | U19 World Cup 2026

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The Indian U19 team has stormed into the Super Six stage of the ICC U19 World Cup 2026 with a commanding performance against New Zealand in Bulawayo. In a rain-curtailed encounter reduced to 37 overs per side, the "Boys in Blue" displayed ruthless efficiency with both ball and bat to seal a 7-wicket victory (DLS Method).

Match Highlights: IND U19 vs NZ U19

The Setup

After rain delayed the start, the match was reduced to 37 overs. India won the toss and elected to bowl—a decision that paid off immediately on a surface offering plenty of assistance to the seamers.

New Zealand Crumbles

The Kiwi batting lineup had no answer to the Indian pace attack. RS Ambrish was the wrecker-in-chief, tearing through the lineup with figures of 4/29. He was brilliantly supported by Henil Patel (3/23). New Zealand was bundled out for a paltry 135 runs in 36.2 overs, with only Callum Samson (37*) offering any real resistance.

The Chase: Fireworks from Mhatre & Suryavanshi

Chasing a revised target of 130, India was in no mood to drag the game out. Despite losing an early wicket, the top order launched a counter-attack.

 * Ayush Mhatre smashed a blistering 53 off 27 balls (including 6 sixes!).

 * Vaibhav Suryavanshi scored a rapid 40 off 23 balls.

Their explosive partnership ensured India chased down the target in just 13.3 overs, finishing on 130/3 and boosting their Net Run Rate significantly.

ICC U19 World Cup 2026 - Group B Points Table

With this victory, India finishes the group stage unbeaten, sitting comfortably at the top of the table.



(Note: NRR is approximate based on latest available data prior to final official update)

What’s Next?

India heads into the Super Six stage brimming with confidence. They will carry forward vital points and look to maintain this momentum as the tournament progresses.

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