Australia's triumph marked their fourth Under-19 World Cup title and their first since 2010, effectively avenging previous losses to India in the 2012 and 2018 finals. This victory also echoes Australia's win over India in the senior World Cup last year.
Batting first, Australia posted a formidable total of 253 for seven, with Harjas Singh top-scoring with 55 runs. In response, India faced a challenging chase, ultimately stumbling to 174 all out.
The Australian victory was propelled by the outstanding performance of their bowlers, notably Mahli Beardman, who claimed three wickets for 15 runs, and Raf MacMillan, who also took three wickets for 43 runs. Indian batters struggled to build partnerships, with key players like skipper Uday Saharan falling early.
Despite a valiant effort from Adarsh Singh, who scored 47 runs, India failed to counter Australia's bowling attack, ultimately succumbing to defeat.
Australia's victory was a collective effort, with contributions from various players including Harry Dixon and skipper Hugh Weibgen. While Indian pacers Raj Limbani and Naman Tiwari provided some resistance, Australia's steady batting and disciplined approach secured them the win.
The victory adds another chapter to Australia's storied history in cricket and highlights their prowess in youth cricket, reaffirming their status as a formidable force in the sport.