New Delhi: India asserted its supremacy in Under-19 cricket by clinching a record-extending sixth World Cup title, defeating England by 100 runs in the U-19 World Cup 2026 final at the Harare Sports Club in Zimbabwe. Vaibhav Sooryanshi starred with a sensational 175 as India reclaimed the title and further cemented its status as the most successful team in the tournament’s history.
President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and several other political leaders congratulated the team on its emphatic triumph. Messages praising the young side’s composure, talent and promise poured in on social media platform X after the historic win.
President Murmu
Heartiest congratulations to Team India on winning the ICC Men’s U19 World Cup 2026 for the record sixth time! Remaining undefeated throughout the tournament, the team has done the nation proud with its dominant performance. I wish the talented young players a very bright future ahead. I am sure that Indian cricket will go from strength to strength.
Prime Minister Modi
India’s cricketing talent shines! Proud of our U-19 team for bringing home the World Cup. The team has played very well through the tournament, showcasing exceptional skill. This win will inspire several young sportspersons too. Best wishes to the players for their upcoming endeavours.
Rahul Gandhi
Congratulations to our Under-19 men’s team on the phenomenal World Cup victory! Your composure, fearlessness and determination is what defines the Gen Z of India, today. This sixth U-19 World Cup title is a proud statement of Indian cricket’s future. Well played, champions
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin
Congratulations to our Team India on lifting the #ICC Men’s #U19WorldCup and giving the nation yet another proud moment, a true triumph of talent and temperament. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s breathtaking innings in the final and his extraordinary tournament will be remembered for years to come. May this young brigade now turn promise into many victories as they rise to wear India’s colours on the world stage.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra
The Indian cricket team has made history by winning the #U19WorldCup for the sixth time.Heartiest congratulations to all the young players of the Indian team and cricket enthusiasts. The entire country is proud of our talented players. Jai Hind.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia
A sixth star on India’s U-19 crown. Many congratulations to our U-19 boys on clinching a record sixth U19 World Cup after a dominant campaign. The future stars are ready to take over.
Arvind Kejriwal
By winning the ICC U-19 World Cup, the Indian youth have once again proven that the future of cricket in the country is in strong hands. Heartiest congratulations to the entire team that created history by defeating England in the final. You all have made crores of Indians hold their heads high with pride.