2nd Youth Test: Kushagra Ojha''s ton puts India U-19 in command
Kushagra Ojha scored an unbeaten century to lead India U-19 to 253 for three against Sri Lanka on the opening day of the second Youth Test in Colombo. Despite an early collapse that left India at 0-2, Ojha and captain Yashbardhan Chauhan stabilized the innings to put the visitors in a commanding position.
Why it matters
This match highlights the development of emerging cricketing talent in the India-Sri Lanka youth circuit, serving as a key indicator for future international prospects.
Kushagra Ojha struck a composed unbeaten century to anchor India U-19's innings and steer the visitors to a position of strength after a horror start against Sri Lanka on a truncated opening day of the second Youth Test in Colombo on Monday (July 21, 2026).
India were well-placed at 253 for three in 65 overs when the umpires were forced to call off the day's play due to bad light.
The left-handed Ojha remained undefeated on 103 off 177 balls at stumps after negotiating the new ball with assurance before converting his start into a well-crafted hundred, laying the foundation for a big Indian total.
Skipper Yashbardhan Chauhan chipped in with a fine 78 off 89 balls, while Manal Chauhan was the other not out batter at stumps, having moved to 55 in 108 deliveries.
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