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Key Takeaways
- 1📊 Henil Shah claimed the tournament's first five-wicket haul with figures of 5/16
- 2🏆 India U-19 won their opening World Cup match, chasing 107 with four wickets down
- 3💡 Kundu's unbeaten 42 proved crucial in guiding India to victory via DLS
- 4🔮 India seek their sixth U-19 World Cup title after strong opening performance
"Right-arm quick Henil Shah took the tournament's first five-wicket haul for India U19 while Tanez Francis of West Indies U19 hit the first half-century"
India U-19 opened their 2026 Men's Under-19 World Cup campaign with a commanding six-wicket victory over USA U-19, powered by a sensational bowling performance from Henil Shah and a composed batting display from Kundu.
Shah's Historic Five-Wicket Haul
Right-arm quick Henil Shah etched his name into tournament history by claiming the first five-wicket haul of the competition, finishing with impressive figures of 5/16 as USA were bowled out for just 107. Shah's breakthrough performance set the tone for India's dominant display, dismantling the American batting lineup with precision and pace.
Kundu Steadies the Chase
Chasing 107, India reached their target with relative comfort, losing four wickets in the process. Kundu played the anchor role with an unbeaten 42, guiding the five-time champions home via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method. The victory marks an important start for India's World Cup defense, though they'll be looking to tighten their batting performance in subsequent matches.
This opening win provides the perfect platform for India to build momentum in their quest for a sixth title, with Shah's explosive bowling giving them a potent weapon in their pace attack.
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