Ayush Mhatre (left) will captain India in U19 World Cup 2026. (Picture Credit: X/@cricketworldcup)
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News1814-01-2026, 18:08

India's U19 World Cup Dominance: A Look at Records, Wins, and Star Performers

  • India is the most successful team in ICC Men’s U19 World Cup history, with five titles (2000, 2008, 2012, 2018, 2022) and four runner-up finishes.
  • The 2026 U19 Men’s World Cup will be held from January 15 to February 6 in Zimbabwe and Namibia, with Ayush Mhatre leading India.
  • Notable Indian captains who led the team to victory include Mohammad Kaif, Virat Kohli, Unmukt Chand, Prithvi Shaw, and Yash Dhull.
  • Key batting records include Sarfaraz Khan's 566 runs, Raj Angad Bawa's highest score of 162*, and Shikhar Dhawan's three centuries.
  • Top bowling performances feature Abhishek Sharma's 26 wickets and Kamal Passi's best figures of 6/23.

Why It Matters: India stands as the most dominant team in U19 World Cup history, holding numerous records and titles.

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