Team India thrash New Zealand by 214 runs at the ongoing ICC U19 Cricket World Cup
On Tuesday, the Indian U19 cricket team defeated New Zealand by 214 runs at the ongoing ICC U19 Cricket World Cup at the Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein. New Zealand won the toss and opted to field. India posted 295/8 in 50 overs in the first inning. India had a stuttering start as opener Arshin Kulkarni had to depart early, losing his wicket for nine off nine balls to Mason Clarke. Meanwhile, Adarsh Singh rebuilt after his opening partner's dismissal with in-form player Musheer Khan as India wrestled control. Adarsh lost his wicket after a half-century, falling to James Cumming.
After Adarsh's dismissal, Musheer rebuilt the innings with skipper Uday Saharah, who departed for 34 off 57 balls. Then, even Avanish Rao left for 17 off 18 balls. Musheer got his tonne while batting with Priyanshu Moliya, who was dismissed for 10 off 12 balls. Musheer departed after his tonne, leaving for 131 off 126 balls, packed with 13 fours and three sixes. Meanwhile, tailenders Sachin Dhas (15), Murugan Abhishek (4), Naman Tiwari (3*), and Raj Limbani (2*) failed to make an impact. For New Zealand's bowling department, Mason Clarke took four wickets.
Chasing 296, New Zealand were bowled out for 81 in 28.1 overs, courtesy of a four-fer from Saumy Pandey. New Zealand captain Oscar Thomas Jackson was his side's top scorer, registering 19 off 38 balls. Meanwhile, Raj Limbani and Musheer Khan snatched two wickets each.