The Under-19 side of India, captained by Ayush Mhatre, has concluded the Under-19 Asia Cup strongly in terms of overall performance but was disappointed in the finals. Even after winning the entire series previously, the Indian team lost the finals to Pakistan by a massive 191 runs. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is seriously dealing with this loss.
BCCI Discusses Final Defeat in Apex Council Meeting
- The BCCI talked about the performance of the U-19 team in an online Apex Council meeting held on Monday. Board members decided that there should be a detailed discussion on this. The spotlight has been shed on India’s performance in the final where they had been bowled out for 156 runs, while Pakistan had scored 347 for the loss of 8 wickets in their allotted 50 overs.
- The BCCI is likely to demand an explanation from the management of the team. The meeting will possibly be held with the involvement of head coach Hrishikesh Kanitkar as well as the captain Ayush Mhatre. They will try to get clarity on what led to the collapse of their batting as well as bowling in the final match.
Emphasis on Preparations for Under-19 World Cup
The reason why the BCCI is taking a stiff stance is the upcoming Under-19 World Cup that is scheduled to start in January. The BCCI is trying to find the flaws in the team and rectify them before the Under-19 World Cup. The main purpose is to perform better in the tournament.
ICC complaint regarding on-field actions
- In the final match between India and Pakistan, an incident was witnessed involving Indian players Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Ayush Mhatre. In response to being dismissed from the match by a Pakistan fast bowler named Ali Raza, the players used verbal abuse.
- According to reports, BCCI may call Ayush Mhatre and Indian team coach Hrishikesh Kanitkar to explain the matter. Reacting to the issue, Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi said that they would officially complain against the Indian players' conduct to the International Cricket Council.
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