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Vaibhav Suryavanshi starred for India in the ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup 2026 final, scoring a blistering fifty off just 32 balls against England at Harare. His aggressive knock, filled with powerful strokes and timely boundaries, provided crucial momentum and highlighted his composure, attacking intent, and ability to perform under pressure on the biggest stage of age-group cricket.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi produced a blistering innings, scoring a quickfire fifty off just 32 balls as India battled England in the ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup 2026 final at the Harare Sports Club.

Suryavanshi’s aggressive knock gave India vital momentum. His rapid fifty featured a mix of powerful drives, crisp cuts, and timely boundaries. The young batter’s performance showcased his attacking intent and ability to handle pressure on the biggest stage of age-group cricket.

As the final progressed, Suryavanshi’s fifty remained one of the key highlights of the day, earning praise from former cricketers, commentators, and fans alike. His performance illustrated why India has a rich pool of batting talent coming through the ranks and why the future of Indian cricket looks bright.

IND vs PAK, ICC U19 World Cup 2026: Ayush Mhatre Avoids 'Handshake' With Pakistan Captain During Toss Time; Video

In a highly charged ICC Under‑19 World Cup 2026 Super Six clash between India U19 and Pakistan U19 at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, Indian captain Ayush Mhatre avoided the customary pre‑match handshake with his Pakistan counterpart during the toss on February 1, 2026.

The moment added another layer to an already intense rivalry between the two teams, which have a long history of fierce competition both on and off the field. While the handshake is traditionally seen as a symbol of respect and sportsmanship, Mhatre’s decision to skip it echoed a similar “no handshake” approach India’s side has shown in previous matches at this tournament and other events involving Pakistan.

The incident drew immediate reaction from fans and commentators, with many pointing to the broader context of heightened tensions between the neighbouring nations and how those sentiments sometimes spill into sport.

Despite the off‑field drama, all eyes quickly shifted back to the match, as both teams prepared to renew one of cricket’s most storied rivalries in a crucial World Cup encounter.