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U19 World Cup: Bangladesh Bowl First in Bulawayo as Handshake Snub, Early India Wickets Mark Tense Start

Boardroom strains frame a feisty youth contest with conduct under scrutiny.

Overview

  • Bangladesh won the toss and chose to field at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.
  • Observers noted no handshakes during the toss, reflecting the strained backdrop to the fixture.
  • India lost two early wickets as captain Ayush Mhatre and Vedant Trivedi fell to seamer Al Fahad, who briefly stood on a hat-trick.
  • The matchup follows recent board-level friction and earlier U19 flashpoints that drew ICC fines, intensifying focus on on-field behavior.
  • India entered the game after a comprehensive opening win over the USA, highlighted by Henil Patel’s 5 for 16, with live coverage on Star Sports and JioHotstar.