U-19 World Cup: India secure World Cup quarter-final's berth
What's the story
The boys in blue have secured themselves a place in the quarterfinals of the Under-19 World Cup in New Zealand with a 10 wicket thrashing of Papua New Guinea. Indian bowling attack was ruthless, bowling out their opposition for just 64 in 21.5 overs. Captain Prithvi Shaw then wrapped things up with a 39 ball 57. Here's the complete report.
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Former cricketers laud India's heroics
From 61-4 to 64 all out. Even though the opposition is PNG, really like the ruthlessness of this side. #U19CWC #INDvPNG
— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) January 16, 2018
Ruthless
Papua New Guinea bowled out for tournament's lowest total
Having won the toss, India opted to bowl first and cruised to a second consecutive victory in the tournament after left-arm spinner Anukul Roy tore apart Papua New Guinea, picking up 5/14 in 6.5 overs. This is the tournament's lowest score so far. This is also the first time India have won by 10 wickets in a U-19 World Cup game.
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Former India cricketers back team India
Congratulations to the lads on a clinical performance and a comprehensive victory. May the good run continue . #INDvPNG
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) January 16, 2018
Quality
Prithvi Shaw is a real India prospect
Shivam Mavi picked up two wickets, while Kamlesh Nagarkoti and Arshdeep Singh bagged one wicket each. Indian captain, Prithvi Shaw is definitely making a case for a senior call-up. After his 94 against Australia, the Mumbai lad scored a brisk 57 to take India to the top of group B. India will next play Zimbabwe on Friday, January 19th.