Australia clinch ICC U19 World Cup 2024 title, beat India
By our correspondent
Australia secured a comprehensive victory in the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2024 final against India, dominating across all aspects of the game to triumph by 79 runs in Benoni.
Opting to bat first, Australia set a record-breaking total of 253/7, the highest-ever in an U19 World Cup final. Harjas Singh top-scored with 55, complemented by valuable contributions from Hugh Weibgen, Harry Dixon, and Ollie Peak.
India’s chase faced early setbacks, losing four wickets within the initial 20 overs. Despite a late charge from Abhishek Murugan, Australia sealed the victory in the 44th over. Raj Limbani was instrumental for India, claiming 3/38.
Australia’s innings witnessed a robust start from Harry Dixon, scoring 15 runs off Naman Tiwari’s first over. Weibgen and Dixon laid a foundation, guiding Australia through the middle overs. Weibgen’s innings ended at 48, while Harjas Singh crafted a patient fifty. Ollie Peake’s aggressive approach contributed to Australia’s total crossing 200, despite regular breakthroughs by India.
In response, India faced early setbacks with key players like Musheer Khan, Uday Saharan, and Sachin Dhas falling within the first 20 overs. Despite a resilient 47 from Adarsh Singh and a late surge from Abhishek Murugan (42), Australia’s win was inevitable.
Australia’s Mahli Beardman played a crucial role with the ball, taking key wickets and disrupting India’s batting lineup. The victory marked Australia’s dominance in both batting and bowling, securing the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2024 title.
