Henil Patel Shines in U19 World Cup, Inspired by Dale Steyn's Aggression

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News18•16-01-2026, 15:17
Henil Patel Shines in U19 World Cup, Inspired by Dale Steyn's Aggression
- •Henil Patel took five wickets for 16 runs in India's opening U19 World Cup match against USA, securing a six-wicket victory.
- •This performance is the third-best by an Indian bowler in the Men's Under-19 World Cup history.
- •Patel expressed his admiration for legendary South African fast bowler Dale Steyn's on-field aggression and bowling style.
- •The 18-year-old bowler focuses on taking early wickets, aiming to dismiss batsmen within three to four balls of his spell.
- •Patel's ability to outswing the new ball and his accurate line and length draw comparisons to Steyn's bowling technique.
Why It Matters: Henil Patel's five-wicket haul in the U19 World Cup highlights his Steyn-inspired aggressive bowling.
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