Kundu leads India past Tanzania for first U19 World Cup win
India opened their account at the 2026 ICC Under-19 World Cup with a comfortable win over Tanzania, inspired by a standout all-round performance from Henil Kundu. The group-stage clash saw India regain momentum after an unconvincing start to the tournament.
Kundu made his impact early, steadying the innings with the bat before striking with the ball to derail Tanzania’s chase. “Everyone stuck to the plan and played for the team,” Kundu said after the match.
India’s bowlers kept things tight through the middle overs, allowing few scoring opportunities and forcing errors. The target was chased down without alarm, highlighting India’s control throughout the contest. Tanzania’s captain admitted his side struggled to match India’s intensity, while the Indian coaching staff described the win as “a confidence boost” ahead of tougher group tests.