U19 challenger trophy

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: With a commanding 234-run victory over UAE in their opening game of the Men’s U19 Asia Cup, India have set the tone for their final build-up to next year’s World Cup in Zimbabwe and Namibia.

The last time India played in the U19 Men’s World Cup, they finished runners-up to Australia in 2024. This time, the Ayush Mhatre-led side will be keen to go one step further and get the side an unprecedented sixth title.

Former India opener Wasim Jaffer, who recently worked with the current players in the India A team in the U19 Challenger Trophy and the India B side during the tri-series involving Afghanistan, has backed the team to overcome all challenges and emerge successful in their quest to glory.