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Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav needs just 4 runs to surpass Kohli and become India’s top scorer in Youth ODIs
All eyes will be on 14-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi as India take on Bangladesh in the Under-19 World Cup today. Vaibhav is on the verge of creating history, as he needs only 4 runs to break Virat Kohli’s long-standing record and become India’s highest run-scorer in Youth One-Day Internationals. Achieving this milestone at such a young age would mark a remarkable moment in Indian cricket.
The India vs Bangladesh match will be played in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, and is scheduled to begin at 1:00 PM (IST). This will be India’s second match of the tournament, and the team will be aiming to register another win to strengthen its position in the group stage. India started their Under-19 World Cup campaign on a positive note by defeating the USA by 6 wickets in their opening match.
In that match, played on January 15, Vaibhav Suryavanshi was unable to make a significant contribution with the bat and was dismissed for just 2 runs. Despite the low score in the opening game, expectations remain high from the young batter, who has consistently impressed at the youth level with his technique, temperament, and confidence. His overall Youth ODI record has already placed him among the most promising talents in Indian cricket.
The clash against Bangladesh is considered crucial for India, as a victory would bring the team closer to qualification for the next stage of the tournament. The Indian squad looks well-balanced, with a strong batting lineup supported by an effective bowling attack. The team management will be hoping that the batters, including Vaibhav, convert their starts into big scores.
If Vaibhav Suryavanshi manages to score the required runs and surpass Virat Kohli’s record, it will be a historic achievement in the Under-19 World Cup. Indian fans will be eagerly watching the match, hoping to witness a special performance from the young star and another memorable win for Team India.