Henil Patel registered an excellent five-wicket haul (BCCI Photo)
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Moneycontrol15-01-2026, 20:32

Henil Patel's Fifer Powers India to Dominant Win Over USA in U-19 World Cup Opener

  • Henil Patel delivered a sensational 5-wicket haul (5/16) to dismantle USA's batting lineup in the U-19 World Cup.
  • USA was bowled out for a mere 107 runs in 35.2 overs after India opted to bowl first under overcast conditions in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.
  • India's target was revised to 96 runs in 37 overs due to rain interruptions, which they chased down with 118 balls to spare.
  • Abhigyan Kundu led India's chase with an unbeaten 42 runs off 41 balls, securing a six-wicket victory via DLS method.
  • Despite a brief scare with quick wickets, India comfortably reached the target, starting their U-19 World Cup campaign strongly.

Why It Matters: Henil Patel's exceptional bowling performance secured a commanding six-wicket win for India against USA.

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