India Under-19 registered a dominant 233-run victory over South Africa Under-19 in the third and final Youth ODI, completing a clean 3-0 series sweep on Wednesday. The match was highlighted by a sensational century from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who was named Player of the Match as well as Player of the Series.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Century Powers India U19 to 3-0 ODI Sweep
Sooryavanshi’s Record-Breaking Knock
Sent in to bat, India U-19 captain Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continued his breathtaking form. The 14-year-old from Bihar smashed 127 runs off just 74 balls, striking 10 sixes and 9 fours, showcasing fearless and aggressive strokeplay.
Sooryavanshi had earlier stunned observers with a 24-ball 68 in the previous match, and his third Youth ODI century further cemented his status as one of India’s most exciting young talents.
Massive Opening Partnership Sets the Platform
Opening partner Aaron George played a crucial supporting role, scoring 118 off 106 balls. Together, the opening pair stitched a 227-run partnership, laying the foundation for India’s massive total of 393/7.
This partnership completely tilted the match in India’s favour.
South Africa Collapse in the Chase
Chasing a daunting target, South Africa’s innings collapsed early. They lost three wickets for just 15 runs within the first four overs and were eventually bowled out for 160 runs in 35 overs at Willowmoore Park.
India’s bowlers maintained relentless pressure throughout the innings.
Kishan Singh Leads Bowling Attack
Kishan Singh was the standout bowler, dismissing:
- Jorich Van Schalkwyk (1)
- Adnaan Lagadien (9)
- Lethabo Phahlamohlaka (0)
Singh, who had already taken four wickets in the second ODI, once again delivered a match-winning spell.
Series Performance Highlights
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has scored 973 runs in 18 Youth ODI matches
- Batting average: 54.05
- Strike rate: 164.08
- Centuries: 3
- Fifties: 4
India had already secured the series with:
- A 25-run DLS win in the first ODI
- An 8-wicket victory in the second ODI
The third ODI win sealed a dominant series triumph.
Exam-Oriented Key Facts
- India U-19 defeated South Africa U-19 by 233 runs in the third Youth ODI
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored 127 runs off 74 balls
- Aaron George scored 118 runs
- Opening partnership: 227 runs
- India scored 393/7
- South Africa were bowled out for 160
- Venue: Willowmoore Park, South Africa
- Series result: India won 3-0
Question & Answer
Q1. Who was named Player of the Series in the India U-19 vs South Africa U-19 ODI series?
(a) Aaron George
(b) Kishan Singh
(c) Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
(d) Daniel Bosman
Answer: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Q2. How many runs did Vaibhav Sooryavanshi score in the third Youth ODI?
(a) 118
(b) 127
(c) 136
(d) 145
Answer: 127
Q3. What was the opening partnership between Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Aaron George in the third ODI?
(a) 185 runs
(b) 200 runs
(c) 215 runs
(d) 227 runs
Answer: 227 runs
Q4. Where was the third Youth ODI between India U-19 and South Africa U-19 played?
(a) Newlands
(b) Centurion
(c) Willowmoore Park
(d) Wanderers
Answer: Willowmoore Park
Q5. By how many runs did India U-19 defeat South Africa U-19 in the third ODI?
(a) 180 runs
(b) 200 runs
(c) 220 runs
(d) 233 runs
Answer: 233 runs
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