Celebratory Photos: India U19 Captain Ayush Mhatre Celebrates 18th Birthday at Lord's, Vaibahav Suryavanshi and Other Players Enjoy the Ambiance
In a nail-biting conclusion, the first Youth Test between England U19 and India U19 ended in a draw at Beckenham. The second and final Youth Test of the series is scheduled to take place at Chelmsford on July 20, 2025.
The first Test was a thrilling contest, with both teams displaying impressive skills and determination. India U19 captain Ayush Mhatre, who recently celebrated his 18th birthday at Lord's, scored a century, while England skipper Hamza Shaikh made a superb 112 runs.
On the English side, Archie Vaughan delivered a tireless 25-over spell, returning figures of 6/84. Ben Mayes scored 51 runs, stitching a vital 119-run stand with Shaikh. Thomas Rew also contributed with a rapid 50 off 35 balls, keeping the match alive for England.
However, England's start was shaky, with the team losing three wickets early, leaving them at 62/3. Despite this, they managed to secure a draw thanks to a defiant eighth-wicket stand that lasted over 11 overs on the final day.
India U19's batting lineup also showed strength, with Vihaan Malhotra making 63 runs and Vaibhav Suryavanshi scoring a quickfire 56. Anmoljeet Singh ran out Hamza Shaikh and Ekansh Singh in quick succession for India U19. RS Ambrish also contributed with 53 runs.
During their visit to Lord's, the players had the opportunity to visit the museum and see the collection of signed cricket items. They also took pictures of the players' names on the Lord's honours board. Jasprit Bumrah and KL Rahul, who recently achieved significant milestones, gave away signed shoes and jersey at Lord's.
The second Youth Test at Chelmsford promises to be another exciting contest, as both teams look to secure a series win. The match will be closely watched by cricket fans around the world, eager to see which team will emerge victorious. Stay tuned for updates on this highly anticipated fixture.
The India U19 team, having shown impressive skills during the first Test, will aim to repeat their performance in the second Youth Test at Chelmsford. The news of health and fitness updates for both teams ahead of the match will certainly be of interest to sports fans. Reports of the players' visits to the Lord's museum and their encounter with signed cricket items might inspire other young athletes, linking sports with history and tradition.
