India U19 vs South Africa U19 delivered an exciting contest as both teams showcased young talent and competitive cricket. The match saw India U19 put in a strong all-round performance, with key contributions from both bat and ball. South Africa U19 fought hard but were unable to match India’s consistency in crucial moments. In this blog, we take a look at the key highlights, full scores, and top performers from the match.
India U19 vs South Africa U19: Match Summary
| Match | Venue | Result | Scores (India U19) | Scores (South Africa U19) |
| 1st Youth ODI | Willowmoore Park, Benoni | India won by 25 runs (DLS method) | 301 all out (50 overs) | 148/4 (27.4 overs) |
| 2nd Youth ODI | Willowmoore Park, Benoni | India won by 8 wickets (DLS method) | 176/2 (23.3 overs) | 245 all out (49.3 overs) |
Match Highlights (Short Recap)
1st ODI: India posted a big total of 301 runs, and despite a shortened chase due to rain, South Africa only reached 148/4 — giving India a comfortable win via DLS.
2nd ODI: South Africa scored 245 all out, with Jason Rowles scoring a century. India chased down the revised target quickly, led by Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s explosive 68 off 24 balls.
Top Performers of the Match
| Player | Team | Performance | Impact |
| Vaibhav Suryavanshi | India U19 | 68 runs off 24 balls, 10 sixes | Explosive innings that helped India chase the target in 23.3 overs and dominate the second ODI. |
| Jason Rowles | South Africa U19 | 114 runs | Top scorer for SA, the only major innings that kept South Africa competitive in the second ODI. |
| Vedant Trivedi | India U19 | 45* runs, finished the chase | Anchored the innings alongside Suryavanshi and ensured a comfortable win. |
| Abhigyan Kundu | India U19 | 2 wickets for 28 runs | Key bowler in restricting South Africa’s total in the second ODI. |
| Shivam Kumar | India U19 | 3 wickets for 35 runs | Crucial breakthroughs in the first ODI that set up India’s 25-run DLS victory. |
Brief Analysis
- India U19 dominated both ODIs with consistent performances from bat and ball.
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi stood out as the young star of the series, breaking records for fastest Youth ODI fifty.
- South Africa’s Jason Rowles was the only bright spark in the second match, scoring a brilliant century.
- Bowling contributions from Abhigyan Kundu and Shivam Kumar ensured India controlled the game in both matches.
Match Highlights & Turning Points
- 1st ODI: India posted 301 runs despite losing early wickets; strong middle-order partnerships helped stabilize the innings.
- 1st ODI: South Africa could only manage 148/4 in a rain-affected chase; DLS method gave India the victory by 25 runs.
- 2nd ODI: South Africa scored 245 all out, with Jason Rowles hitting a century to keep them competitive.
- 2nd ODI: Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s blistering 68 off 24 balls turned the chase in India’s favor; his 10 sixes dominated the innings.
- 2nd ODI: Vedant Trivedi and Abhigyan Kundu ensured the target was chased in just 23.3 overs with 8 wickets in hand.
- Series Status: India U19 sealed the series 2–0, with one match remaining.
Full Scorecard
1st Youth ODI – India U19 vs South Africa U19
| Team | Score | Overs | Top Performers |
| India U19 | 301 all out | 50 overs | Shivam Kumar 75, Abhigyan Kundu 60 |
| South Africa U19 | 148/4 | 27.4 overs (DLS) | Jason Rowles 55* |
2nd Youth ODI – India U19 vs South Africa U19
| Team | Score | Overs | Top Performers |
| South Africa U19 | 245 all out | 49.3 overs | Jason Rowles 114 |
| India U19 | 176/2 | 23.3 overs (DLS) | Vaibhav Suryavanshi 68, Vedant Trivedi 45* |
Final Words
India U19 showed excellent skill and composure in the Youth ODI series against South Africa U19. With dominant performances from both bat and ball, they sealed a 2–0 series lead, showcasing the depth of talent in the squad. Young stars like Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Vedant Trivedi stood out with match-winning contributions, while South Africa displayed moments of brilliance, especially through Jason Rowles’ century.
This series not only highlighted emerging talents but also set the stage for the teams’ preparation ahead of future tournaments. Fans can expect more thrilling contests as these young cricketers continue to make their mark on the international stage.
