India begin with a defeat

India under-19 began its campaign in the four-nation tournament in Australia on a disastrous.

India lost its opening game to New Zealand by six wickets at the Endeavour Park, Townsville.

Batting first, India was bowled out for a paltry 123 in 47 overs.

In its reply, New Zealand reached the target with ease despite losing four early wickets. New Zealand ended at 127 for four in 33.4 overs.

Brief Scores

India U19 123, 47 overs (Baba Aparajith 40 n.o., Akshdeep Nath 21; Ish Sodhi 3-25, Ed Nuttall 2-11, Connor Neynens 2-17, Jacob Duffy 2-19)

New Zealand U19 127-4, 33.4 overs (Nick Kelly 62 n.o., Joe Carter 45; Kamal Passi 4-25)

Result: New Zealand won by six wickets