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India U19 World Cup Heroes Return Home to Grand Welcome After Historic Win

The Indian Under-19 cricket team arrived in Mumbai to a celebratory welcome after clinching their sixth ICC U19 World Cup title by defeating England in the final. Captain Ayush Mhatre's father expressed immense national pride in his son's achievement of bringing the trophy home. The victory was powered by stellar performances, including a breathtaking 175 from opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the final. Players like fast bowler Henil Patel and wicketkeeper Abhigyan Kundu also played pivotal roles in the successful campaign.

Key Points: India U19 Cricket Team Returns After Winning World Cup

  • Sixth ICC U19 World Cup title for India
  • Grand welcome at Mumbai airport
  • Captain Ayush Mhatre's all-round performance
  • Opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's match-winning 175 in final
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"Ayush has made the entire nation proud": U19 Captain Mhatre's father after winning team's arrival in India

Captain Ayush Mhatre's father expresses pride as India's U19 cricket team arrives home to a grand welcome after winning their sixth ICC World Cup title.

"Ayush has made the entire nation proud by winning the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup and bringing the trophy home. - Yogesh Kamlakar Mhatre"

Mumbai, February 8

After winning their sixth ICC Under-19 men's cricket World Cup title, India U19 team arrived in Mumbai on Sunday and cricket fans showered a grand and celebratory welcome upon their arrival at the airport.

Yogesh Kamlakar Mhatre, father of Captain Ayush Mhatre was also present at the airport to welcome his son. Speaking to ANI, he said, "Ayush has made the entire nation proud by winning the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup and bringing the trophy home."

Captain Ayush Mhatre made 214 runs in seven matches at an average of 30.57 and a strike rate of 113.22, with three fifties and wickets at an average of 12.42. A fine all-round performances including a three-fer against Pakistan too, a total of two three wicket hauls and a wicket in the final.

Fast bowler Henil Patel took 11 wickets in India's winning campaign of the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026. Speaking to ANI on his arrival in Mumbai, Patel said, "The mindset of the team was to win the World Cup for the nation. My aim is to play for the senior Indian team."

The wicketkeeper batter Abhigyan Kundu said, "We are feeling very happy after winning the World Cup for India."

Kundu has played a pivotal role in India's title-winning campaign. He made 239 runs in five innings at an average of 59.75 and a strike rate of 87.54, with two fifties, He was also the 10th highest run-getter in the tournament.

India won their record-extending sixth U19 World Cup after thrashing England in a high-scoring final by 100 runs at Harare Sports Club in Zimbabwe on February 6.

Opting to bat first in the final, India made 411/9 thanks to opener batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's breath-taking 175 runs off just 80 balls. Mhatre's 53 off 51 balls, with seven fours and two sixes and a knock from Abhigyan Kundu (40 in 31 balls, with six fours and a six) guided India to a massive total.

Caleb Falconer (115 in 67 balls, with nine fours and seven sixes) put on a spectacular show of power, but that went in vain as England were skittled out for 311 runs.

India's teenage batting sensation, Vaibhav Suryavanshi was named the Player of the Match in the final and Player of the Tournament.

- ANI

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Sarah B
That's incredible! 411 runs in a final is just mind-blowing. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's 175 off 80 balls must have been a treat to watch. These youngsters are playing fearless cricket. Can't wait to see them in the IPL and hopefully the senior team soon.
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Priya S
So happy for the boys and their families! Seeing Ayush's father at the airport with so much pride brought a tear to my eye. It's a dream for every Indian parent. Well done, team! 🏆
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Rohit P
Great win, but let's not put too much pressure on these kids. We've seen many U19 stars fade away. The real test is consistent performance at the domestic and international senior level. The BCCI needs to have a proper pathway for them.
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Karthik V
Henil Patel with 11 wickets and Abhigyan Kundu's crucial runs... it was a complete team performance! Beating England in the final is always sweet. The batting was on fire! 🔥
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Michael C
As a cricket fan, this is brilliant news. The depth of talent in India is astonishing. A high-scoring final like that is great for the sport. Congratulations to the young champions!

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