India could not have asked for a more emphatic start to theirICC Under-19 World Cup 2026campaign as pacerHenil Pateldelivered a devastating spell to dismantle the USA for a paltry 107 in 35.2 overs on Thursday.
Bowling under helpful overcast conditions, the right-arm seamer was unplayable at times, finishing with outstanding figures of5 for 16 from seven overs, including a maiden. Henil’s ability to move the ball both ways and hit disciplined lengths proved far too much for the American batters, as he consistently applied pressure from the outset.
Henil struck in his very first over, inducing an edge fromAmrinder Gillthat was safely taken byVihaan Malhotraat slip. Soon after, India tightened the noose asDeepesh DevendranremovedSahil Garg, leaving USA reeling at 29 for 2.
The decisive blow came when Henil tore through the middle order with a double strike, dismissing captainUtkarsh Srivastavafor a duck and wicketkeeperArjun Maheshin the same over. USA slipped to 35 for 4, firmly losing control of the innings.
Leg-spinnerKhilan Pateladded to the collapse by striking with his first ball, trappingAmogh Arepallyin front, reducing USA to 39 for 5. A brief resistance fromNitish Sudini, who scored a fighting 36 off 52 balls, only delayed the inevitable.
Henil returned to clean up the tail, removingSabrish PrasadandRishabh Shimpito complete a memorable five-wicket haul as the USA innings folded meekly.
India’s ruthless bowling display sent a strong message to the rest ofGroup B, which also includesBangladeshandNew Zealand. With Henil Patel leading the attack in such commanding fashion, the young Indian side has announced itself as a serious contender early in the tournament.
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