The Indian cricket team that participated in the Under-19 World Cup in 2022 is made up of players who have played little or no first-class cricket in the past two years. Soon after arriving in the Caribbean, the captain, vice-captain and other senior players were forced to self-isolate and recover due to a severe COVID scare. Despite this, he is undefeated and is preparing for his third successive Under-19 World Championship.
If the bowlers were exceptional from the start of the tournament, the batting in the semi-finals was equally impressive. The captain, Yash Dhul and the vice-captain, Sheikh Rashid, seem to be two of the best batsmen of the tournament.
Is it fair to say that the supply of Indian cricket players is in good shape? I spoke to Deep Dasgupta, who was elated after the team's stellar performance in the semi-finals -
"They couldn't have chosen a better person to represent them than VVS." I feel compelled to inform you that he is the most eligible candidate for this post. That's the best thing that's ever happened to people in the locker room. And, in answer to your question, the answer is a resounding yes. Looks like we have covered all the bases with fast bowlers, batsmen and spinners. Deep concluded, "You have to be happy with what you see, Harnoor, Yash, Shaik Rashid."
India has a unique personality.
The mood has been great too. India quickly lost Angkrish Raghuvanshi after winning the toss, but Australia got the chance when Harnoor Singh was dismissed for 37 in the 13th over. Cooper Connolly had a swagger about him on the field, and Jack Nisbet was bowling very well. It was during this time that Yash and Rashid met. At first they were sluggish, but once they got to 30, it was a whole new game. The Indians took command, and the final ten overs were bloody, with over 100 runs scored.
India started as heavy favorites against England in the final. Four consecutive finals say a lot, and Indian cricket is in good shape ahead. Will Yash Dhul, Prithvi Shaw, Virat Kohli and Unmukt Chand? We will have to wait another 24 hours for a response, but based on what we have seen so far, only a few will bet against India.