India Wins Record 6th ICC U-19 World Cup Title | 09 Feb 2026

Why in News? 

India’s Under-19 cricket team lifted the ICC Men’s Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026 trophy, defeating England U19 by a comprehensive margin to claim the nation’s sixth title in this format—the most by any team in the tournament’s history.  

Key Points 

• Historic Win: India secured victory against England by 100 runs in the final played at Harare Sports Club, Zimbabwe. 
  • India’s Score in Final: 411/9 
  • England’s Score: 311 (all out) 
  • Runner-up: England (U-19) 
  • Winning Margin: 100 runs 
• Team Performance: India’s innings was powered by a brilliant 175-run knock from 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, playing one of the most remarkable innings in U19 cricket history. 
  • Indian Captain: Ayush Mhatre 
  • Man of the Match (Final): Vaibhav Sooryavanshi 
  • Man of the Tournament: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi — for his outstanding 439 runs in seven matches. 
• Record-Extending Title: This victory marked India’s sixth ICC U19 World Cup title, extending the country’s record in the tournament and reinforcing India’s status as the most successful team in U19 World Cup history. 
• Rise of Youth Talent: The tournament showcased India’s strong pipeline of cricketing talent, with Sooryavanshi’s extraordinary performance and the team’s collective consistency under pressure, signalling a bright future for Indian cricket.