India skipper Yash Dhull is aware that his life could now change drastically after guiding India to a record fifth U-19 World Cup title but the Delhi youngster does not want the fame and adulation disturb his focus on the game. The Indian camp was rattled by multiple COVID-19 cases but Dhull led the side to an unprecedented fifth World Cup title with a four-wicket win over England in the final.

In a reflection of India’s dominance, wicketkeeper Dinesh Bana finished the chase of 190 with two sixes and 14 balls to spare. On winning the toss, England captain Tom Prest chose to bat. India bowled out the opposition for 189 in 44.5 overs. India were all over England before a gritty 95 by James Rew saved his team the blushes. Medium pacer Raj Bawa (5-31) ran through the English middle-order after left-arm seamer Ravi Kumar (4-34) laid the opposition low with two early blows. India kept taking wickets at regular intervals but not for once did the intensity of the team dropped.