In the final of the U-19 Cricket World Cup, India suffered a heartbreaking 79-run loss to Australia. Australia posted 253/7 with Harjas Singh scoring 55 and Oliver Peake contributing an enterprising 46. In response, India’s batting lineup struggled, with opener Adarsh Singh making 47. However, Australia’s bowlers, led by Mahli Beardman (3/15) and Raf MacMillan (3/43), bowled out India for 174 in 43.5 overs. This loss marked Australia’s fourth U-19 World Cup title, leaving memories of the senior team’s loss to Australia in the 50-over World Cup final last year.