BCCI Announces ₹7.5 Crore Reward for India’s U-19 World Cup Heroes After Dominant Win Over England
India | 7 Feb 2026 The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a cash reward of ₹7.5 crore for the Indian Under-19 cricket team after their victory in the 2026 ICC Under-19 World Cup. India defeated England by a massive 100 runs in the final, remaining unbeaten throughout the tournament and lifting their sixth U-19 World Cup title in Harare, Zimbabwe. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia praised the young team for their outstanding performance and consistency. Speaking to news agency, he said, "The whole country and BCCI are proud of our Under-19 side on their Under-19 World Cup 2026 victory. The way our team defeated England in the finals, and how they remained undefeated in the tournament, we are all proud. The BCCI will reward the team with ₹7.5 crore cash prize." His statement reflected the pride and joy felt across the cricketing fraternity. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also congratulated the team for their remarkable achievement. In his message, he said, "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." His words highlighted how this victory can motivate young athletes across the country. On the field, India delivered a record-breaking performance in the final. Batting first, the team posted a huge total of 411/9. Vaibhav Suryavanshi stole the show with a breathtaking 175 off just 80 balls, smashing 15 fours and 15 sixes. Captain Ayush Mhatre scored a steady 53, while Abhigyan Kundu added a quick 40. England’s Caleb Falconer fought back with 115 runs, but the target proved too big. India also set a new Youth ODI final record by hitting 31 sixes. This historic win adds to India’s earlier U-19 World Cup titles in 2000, 2008, 2012, 2018, and 2022, further strengthening the country’s dominance in youth cricket. : BCCI Rewards Young Champions With ₹7.5 Crore After Historic Under-19 World Cup Win The BCCI has announced a cash prize of ₹7.5 crore for India’s Under-19 cricket team after their brilliant win in the 2026 Under-19 World Cup. India defeated England by 100 runs in the final and stayed unbeaten throughout the tournament, once again proving their strength in youth cricket on the world stage. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia praised the team’s effort and confidence. While speaking to news agency, he said, "The whole country and BCCI are proud of our Under-19 side on their Under-19 World Cup 2026 victory. The way our team defeated England in the finals, and how they remained undefeated in the tournament, we are all proud. The BCCI will reward the team with ₹7.5 crore cash prize." His words reflected the nation’s pride in the young players. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also congratulated the team for their strong performance. He said, "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." The message added to the celebrations across the country. In the final match, India put up a massive total of 411 runs after choosing to bat first. Vaibhav Suryavanshi played a stunning knock of 175 runs, while captain Ayush Mhatre and Abhigyan Kundu also made useful contributions. England tried to fight back but fell short. India hit a record 31 sixes in the final and lifted their sixth Under-19 World Cup title, adding another proud chapter to Indian cricket history.
