India’s Under-19 World Cup 2026 campaign in Zimbabwe and Namibia has a young squad with real edge, big names, and a few quiet match-winners. The chatter is already loud, and the hype is not random either.
India’s Five names Likely to Set the Tournament Tempo
The squad announcement went official via the ICC update, and these five stand out early BCCI release:
- Ayush Mhatre (captain): steady leader, expected to anchor the batting.
- Vihaan Malhotra (vice-captain): flexible option, can shape innings and chip in across roles.
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: teen headline act, already a record-chasing talking point.
- Abhigyan Kundu (wk): keeper-batter who can change the pace late in the innings.
- Aaron George: a name quietly backed to deliver in pressure overs.
Why this Group is Trending Right Now
India sit in a tough group, and the tournament window is tight, so starts matter. A couple of strong knocks or one sharp spell can flip the entire mood. Details are here: ICC squad note.
