India Under-19 Team Wins ODI Series Against South Africa Under-19

India Under-19 Team Clinches ODI Series Victory Against South Africa Under-19

The India Under-19 cricket team has achieved a convincing victory over the South Africa Under-19 side, winning the three-match Youth One Day International (ODI) series with a clean sweep of 3-0. The final encounter of the series took place at Willowmoore Park in Benoni on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, where India recorded a dominant win by 233 runs to seal the whitewash. 0

Dominant Performances Across the Series

Throughout the series, the Indian batting lineup was very strong, and the bowling attack complemented it effectively. India won the first Youth ODI via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method, showcasing their adaptability in weather-affected conditions. In the second match, India secured a comfortable victory by eight wickets under DLS rules, further strengthening their grip on the series. 1

The third and final Youth ODI highlighted India’s commanding all-round performance. After being asked to bat first, India Under-19s posted a massive total of 393/7 in their allotted 50 overs. In response, South Africa Under-19 were dismissed for 160, giving India a comprehensive 233-run victory. 2

Star Performers

Skipper Vaibhav Suryavanshi was the standout performer in the series. He produced a sensational batting display in the third match, scoring a blistering century with 127 runs off 74 balls, earning the Player of the Match award. Suryavanshi also finished the series as one of India’s top run-scorers and was a constant threat with both bat and ball. 3

Alongside Suryavanshi, opener Aaron George played a crucial role in building India’s huge first-innings total with his own century, forging a massive partnership with the captain. Indian bowlers led by Kishan Singh consistently applied pressure, taking key wickets and restricting South Africa throughout the series. 4

Series Summary

• Series Result: India U-19 won 3-0 against South Africa U-19
• Venue: Willowmoore Park, Benoni, South Africa
• Highest Score: India U-19 393/7 in 50 overs
• Margin of Victory (Final ODI): India won by 233 runs
• Player of the Match (Final ODI): Vaibhav Suryavanshi

The comprehensive series win will be a huge confidence booster for the India Under-19 team as they prepare for upcoming international tournaments, including the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup. 5

Published on: January 8, 2026