ICC U19 T20 World Cup 2025: India U-19 Reign Supreme As G Trisha Leads Dominant Chase To Clinch Trophy

India U19s clinched the ICC U19 T20 World Cup 2025 title with a commanding nine-wicket victory over South Africa Under-19s at Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur. 

Led by a stellar all-round performance from Gongadi Trisha, who was named both Player of the Match and Player of the Series, India dominated the contest in all facets to secure the silverware in emphatic fashion.

Tricky Start For South Africa

South Africa’s decision to bat first in the high-stakes final seemed like a bold move, but it quickly turned into a struggle as India’s relentless bowling attack took control from the outset. 

The early setback came in just the second over when Simone Lourens, who had shown promise throughout the tournament, fell for a three-ball duck. Attempting to get off the mark, she was cleaned up by Parunika Sisodia, setting the tone for what would be a torrid innings for South Africa.

Jemma Botha, however, looked to counterattack in the powerplay, playing some crisp strokes that momentarily lifted South Africa’s hopes. Her intent was clear as she struck three boundaries, finding the gaps with precision. But just as she started to settle, Shabnam Shakil produced a crucial breakthrough in the fourth over. 

Bowling with pace and accuracy, Shakil found the edge of Botha’s bat, and wicketkeeper G Kamalini made no mistake behind the stumps. This dismissal left South Africa at 20 for 2, their early momentum abruptly halted.

Aayushi Shukla Strikes

Things only worsened when Diara Ramlakan, who had walked in with the responsibility of steadying the innings, struggled to get going. Aayushi Shukla, extracting just enough movement and bounce from the surface, accounted for her wicket in the very next over. Ramlakan’s painstaking eight-ball stay yielded just three runs before Shukla castled her stumps with a well-directed delivery that skidded through. 

At 20 for 3, South Africa found themselves in deep trouble, with their top order crumbling under pressure.

Kayla Reyneke Leads Fightback

Hoping to halt the slide, captain Kayla Reyneke took charge, but she found herself bogged down against a well-drilled Indian attack. Every delivery seemed like a challenge as she struggled to rotate the strike.

Attempting to anchor the innings, she could manage only seven runs from 21 balls—a reflection of India’s disciplined lines and lengths that gave her no room to play her shots.

Eventually, the pressure told as Gongadi Trisha, who had been brought into the attack, lured Reyneke into a mistimed shot, leading to a straightforward catch for Sisodia. With her dismissal, South Africa’s hopes of a solid recovery faded further, with the score now at 40 for 4.

Karabo Meso and Mieke van Voorst tried to rebuild, but the Indian bowlers continued to tighten their grip. Meso, playing cautiously, tried to absorb the pressure but could only muster 10 runs from 26 balls before falling to Shukla in the 13th over. 

Van Voorst, sensing the need to up the ante, provided South Africa with their best phase of the innings. The right-hander played aggressively, taking calculated risks and finding the boundary three times in her 18-ball stay. 

Middle Order Collapse For South Africa

Her counterattacking 23 was beginning to worry India when Trisha struck again. This time, she forced van Voorst out of her crease with a flighted delivery, and wicketkeeper Kamalini was quick to whip off the bails.

With van Voorst gone at 74 for 6, the end came swiftly. Fay Cowling, who had looked capable with a 20-ball 15, was the next to depart, falling to Vaishnavi Sharma. The lower order offered little resistance, with the last four wickets tumbling for just eight runs. Trisha continued her magical spell, dismissing Seshnie Naidu for a first-ball duck, before Sharma and Sisodia mopped up the tail.

South Africa were eventually bowled out for a modest 82, failing to utilize their full 20 overs. Trisha’s brilliant spell of 3 for 15 led the charge, while Shukla (2 for 9), Sharma (2 for 23), and Sisodia (2 for 6) ensured there was no respite. 

India’s bowlers executed their plans to perfection, varying their lengths and keeping the batters guessing. It was a clinical display that not only dismantled South Africa’s batting lineup but also put India firmly in control of the final.

India’s Day To Remember

Chasing a modest target of 83 in a high-pressure final, India’s young brigade approached the task with confidence and authority. The opening pair of Gongadi Trisha and G Kamalini walked out with a clear intent—no unnecessary risks, but no undue caution either. 

Given the nature of the surface and the small target, a steady start was all that was required, and Trisha, who had already made an impact with the ball earlier in the match, took it upon herself to dictate terms with the bat.

Right from the first over, Trisha displayed her class and composure, cutting and driving with precision. Her ability to find gaps and pick up singles ensured that India never felt the pressure of the chase.

With South Africa’s bowlers struggling to find their rhythm, Trisha capitalized on every loose delivery, elegantly dispatching anything short or overpitched to the boundary. Her balance at the crease and fluid stroke play made it clear that she was in complete control of the situation.

At the other end, Kamalini looked to play second fiddle, rotating the strike and ensuring India didn’t lose early wickets. However, in the fifth over, South Africa found their only moment of joy in the match. Kayla Reyneke, their captain and most dependable bowler, provided the breakthrough, forcing Kamalini into an error. 

Looking to push the scoring rate, Kamalini mistimed a shot and was caught for eight. Though South Africa celebrated the dismissal, it was a mere blip in India’s commanding chase.

G Trisha Guides India Home

Trisha, unfazed by the wicket, continued to bat with authority, seamlessly switching between aggression and control. She punished anything remotely loose, finding the boundary eight times in her scintillating knock of 44* off just 33 deliveries. 

Her ability to read the field and pierce gaps with precision left the South African bowlers clueless. The elegant right-hander was particularly effective against the spinners, using her footwork to perfection and ensuring there were no dot-ball buildups.

Partnering her at the other end was Sanika Chalke, who provided the ideal support in the chase. Chalke played with maturity beyond her years, remaining calm and composed even as South Africa searched for a way back into the game. 

She rotated the strike well and played some delightful strokes of her own, finishing unbeaten on 26 off 22 balls. Together, Trisha and Chalke formed an unbroken 56-run partnership, shutting the door on any hopes of a South African fightback.

India’s dominance was further underlined by the swiftness of the chase. The target was achieved in just 11.2 overs, with a staggering 52 balls to spare. It was a statement victory—one that showcased not just India’s batting depth but also their fearless brand of cricket. South Africa’s bowlers had no answers to India’s assertive approach, struggling with discipline and execution. 

Apart from Reyneke, who claimed the solitary wicket, the rest of the bowling unit failed to create any pressure, allowing India to dictate the tempo with ease.

With this emphatic win, India Under-19s reaffirmed their dominance on the global stage, completing an unbeaten campaign in the T20 World Cup. The squad displayed a level of skill, temperament, and tactical awareness that set them apart from their competitors. 

Leading the charge was Trisha, whose all-round brilliance throughout the tournament made her the undisputed standout performer. Amassing 309 runs and picking up seven wickets, she was the backbone of India’s success, showcasing a complete package of batting prowess, sharp cricketing intelligence, and match-winning ability.

This victory was more than just a trophy—it was a testament to India’s flourishing pipeline of young talent. The win not only reflected the growing strength of women’s cricket in the country but also provided a glimpse of the future stars who could go on to represent the senior team on the biggest stage. 

With a blend of skill, temperament, and unwavering self-belief, India’s Under-19 had etched their names into history, lifting the T20 World Cup in dominant fashion and laying the foundation for a new era of success in women’s cricket.

Brief Scores: ICC U19 T20 World Cup 2025 Final – India vs South Africa

South Africa U-19: 82 all out in 20 overs (Mieke van Voorst 23, Fay Cowling 15; Trisha 3/15, Sisodia 2/12, Aayushi Shukla 2/14) lost to India U-19: 83/1 in 11.2 overs (Trisha 44*, Sanika Chalke 26*; Kayla Reyneke 1/14) by 9 wickets.

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