Vihaan Malhotra: India's U19 World Cup Hero Who Turned the Game Against Bangladesh
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Moneycontrol•18-01-2026, 18:31
Vihaan Malhotra: India's U19 World Cup Hero Who Turned the Game Against Bangladesh
- •Vihaan Malhotra, primarily a batter, delivered a game-changing spell with his part-time off-spin against Bangladesh in the U19 World Cup.
- •He broke a crucial partnership and took four wickets in four overs, swinging the match back in India's favor from a losing position.
- •Despite a poor batting performance earlier, Vihaan's bowling and two crucial catches secured an 18-run victory for India.
- •Malhotra was one of only two U19 players picked by Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) before the World Cup, highlighting his special talent.
- •Hailing from Patiala, the Virat Kohli-inspired all-rounder has represented Punjab U16 and excelled in various formats, including captaining India U19 A.
Why It Matters: Vihaan Malhotra's unexpected four-wicket haul turned the U19 World Cup match against Bangladesh, securing a vital win.
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