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Udhav Mohan Credits Captain Ayush Mhatre for India's U-19 World Cup Triumph

Indian pacer Udhav Mohan expressed his delight at the team's Under-19 World Cup victory in Zimbabwe. He credited captain Ayush Mhatre for his motivational leadership and pivotal performance throughout the tournament. The team showcased resilience, notably staging a remarkable comeback to defeat Bangladesh in a tense group-stage match. Coach Rajkumar Sharma shared his pride, drawing a parallel between this win and Virat Kohli's U-19 World Cup triumph in 2008.

Key Points: India Wins 6th U-19 World Cup: Udhav Mohan Praises Leadership

  • India wins record 6th U-19 World Cup
  • Captain Ayush Mhatre praised for leadership
  • Team staged strong comeback vs Bangladesh
  • Coach recalls Virat Kohli's 2008 win
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Udhav Mohan expresses delight at India's U-19 World Cup victory, credits Ayush Mhatre's leadership

Pacer Udhav Mohan celebrates India's U-19 WC win, credits captain Ayush Mhatre's role. Coach Rajkumar Sharma draws parallel to Virat Kohli's 2008 victory.

"It is a great feeling to win for India. The captain had a major role and he played very well. - Udhav Mohan"

New Delhi, February 9

Indian Under-19 cricket team pacer Udhav Mohan expressed delight at the team's 2026 ICC U-19 World Cup recently in Harare, Zimbabwe. Udhav credited India's captain Ayush Mhatre for his role in India's record-extending 6th U-19 World Cup victory. Udhav's coach, Rajkumar Sharma, also expressed pride in the player's achievement.

Udhav played just one match in the Under-19 World Cup, against Zimbabwe, where he made a valuable contribution for the Men in Blue, claiming bowling figures of 3/20 in 6.4 overs.

Speaking to ANI, the U19 World Cup champion said it was a special feeling to win the World Cup for India, praised Ayush Mhatre's leadership, and highlighted the team's strong comeback after a difficult situation in the match against Bangladesh.

Ayush Mhatre emerged as Team India's fourth-highest run-scorer at the tournament, having scored 214 runs in 7 innings at an average of 30.57.

Notably, India faced a stiff challenge against Bangladesh in their group-stage match. The Ayush Mhatre-led side, batting first, were dismissed for 238/10 in 48.4 overs. However, rain interrupted the match, and Bangladesh were set a revised target of 165 under the DLS method in a 29-over contest. Chasing 165, Bangladesh looked in complete control at 106/2, but the Indian bowling lineup posted a remarkable comeback to skittle the Bangladeshi batting lineup for just 146 runs, eventually winning the match by 18 runs.

"It is a great feeling to win for India. The captain had a major role and he played very well. He motivated and encouraged all of us. We were not in the ideal situation in the Bangladesh match, but we did a great comeback after that," Udhav Mohan told ANI.

Udhav Mohan's coach, Rajkumar Sharma, who is also Virat Kohli's childhood coach, said the player's success was a proud moment and that it reminded him of Virat Kohli's 2008 Under-19 win, adding that he was delighted that two of his students have now lifted the World Cup.

"It is a proud moment for me and it reminds me of 2008, when Virat won. Though I could not go this time, I am proud of him, and it is a matter of delight that 2 of my students have lifted the World Cup," Rajkumar Sharma said.

- ANI

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Priya S
Heartiest congratulations to the entire team! It's so heartening to see such humility from Udhav, crediting the captain. That's the real spirit of a champion team. Rajkumar Sharma must be over the moon - coaching two World Cup winners!
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Rohit P
While the victory is sweet, I hope the selectors give players like Udhav more matches. Just one game in the tournament? He took 3 wickets! We need to develop our bench strength properly, not just focus on the stars.
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Michael C
As a cricket fan from Australia, I have to tip my hat. India's production line of talent is unmatched. That comeback against Bangladesh under pressure shows these kids have the mental game too. Well done!
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Shreya B
So proud! 🏆 The sixth title! The Bangladesh match summary gave me goosebumps. From 106/2 to all out for 146? That's some serious fight. These boys are learning to win from tough situations, which is the best lesson.
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Vikram M
Bas, zabardast! The legacy continues. From Virat's batch in 2008 to this one in 2026. Rajkumar Sharma sir is creating a dynasty of champions. Hope to see Ayush and Udhav in the senior team colors soon. #FutureIsHere

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