Sooryavanshi Smashes Record 175 in U-19 World Cup Final Against England
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed a record-breaking 175 in the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 final, the highest score ever in a final. His innings not only powered India’s dominance but also shattered multiple long-standing records, making the final unforgettable in cricket history.
Indian cricket has witnessed a historic moment on the global stage. A 14-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi delivered one of the most explosive knocks ever seen in youth cricket. In the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 final. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed a sensational 175 runs off just 80 balls against England Under-19 cricket team. This is now the highest individual score ever in an Under-19 World Cup final.
How Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Built His Historic 175
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi played with extraordinary confidence from the very first ball.
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He reached his half-century in just 32 balls and followed it with a second fifty in only 23 balls.
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His century came at lightning speed, showcasing clean hitting and fearless intent.
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The innings included 15 fours and 15 sixes, with a massive strike rate of 218.75.
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The young opener completely dominated England’s bowling attack and gave India a dream start in the U19 World Cup final.
Records Broken in the U19 World Cup Final
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The knock of 175 runs rewrote multiple records.
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It became the highest score by an Indian in Under-19 World Cup history, surpassing Raj Bawa’s 162* from the 2022 edition.
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Overall, the innings now ranks as the ninth-highest individual score in Youth ODI history.
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Among Indians, only Ambati Rayudu’s 177* from 2002 stands above it. The performance placed Sooryavanshi among elite youth cricket legends.
Six-Hitting Record: U-19 A Tournament Like No Other
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi also created history with his power-hitting across the tournament.
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He broke Dewald Brevis’ record for the most sixes in a single Under-19 World Cup edition.
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Brevis had hit 22 sixes in 2022. Sooryavanshi entered the final with 15 sixes and smashed 15 sixes in the final alone, finishing the tournament with a stunning 30 sixes.
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This record highlights his dominance and fearless batting approach.
Why This Knock Matters for Indian Cricket
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The U19 World Cup final century by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is more than just a personal milestone.
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It reflects the strength of India’s grassroots cricket system and the emergence of fearless young talent.
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Performing on the biggest youth cricket stage at just 14 years of age signals a bright future.
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Experts see this innings as a defining moment that could shape the next generation of Indian batting.
