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Time of India
3 days ago
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- Time of India
Tamil Nadu all-rounder RS Ambrish makes a mark for India U-19 in England
R S Ambrish CHENNAI: After India U-19 all-rounder RS Ambrish punched a ticket to England for the multi-format colts tour, he focused on spreading his wings and flying high. Reporting for India duty for the first time, Ambrish, a capable lower-order batter and medium-pacer, was keen not to let the chance pass, especially in 'helpful' conditions. To his credit, the Tamil Nadu boy took the opportunities with both hands, quietly making a name for himself in a team comprising IPL newbies Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Ayush Mhatre. 'It was a new experience and I had to quickly adapt to the conditions. I just backed myself; I did not change my game much. If I had to rate my performances overall, I would give a seven on 10,' Ambrish told TOI on Saturday. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai In the five-match Youth ODI series, Ambrish finished as the joint-highest wicket-taker with eight scalps, although he was a tad expensive. The 18-year-old also contributed 111 runs in four innings, including a half-century, in the white-ball assignment that India won 3-2. Ambrish credited the support crew and his teammates for providing him the tools to succeed. 'Some would assume that getting wickets on helpful surfaces is an easy task. But it was important to listen to the coaches' words and follow their plans. They made us understand which lines and lengths would work in England; more often than not, their plans worked. There was no need to try something new just for the sake of it,' said Ambrish. 'I received good support from the team; attacking fields were set to help me get wickets. In the death overs, I got good support from the outfielders.' Ambrish later displayed his versatility as he struck two half-tons in the two-game Youth Test series which ended in a draw. The teenager emphasised that he will continue to give equal importance to batting and bowling despite the increasing workload. 'I need to take care of my fitness; the load is more since I am contributing in both departments. But if I put in the right focus, I can keep performing well in both. I feel good when I contribute to both and it is about managing them well,' Ambrish, owner of six wickets in the Youth Tests, added. Teen not looking too far ahead: While India are building up towards the U-19 World Cup in Zimbabwe and Namibia early next year, Ambrish, a player who is eligible to compete in the global tournament, is not looking too far ahead. 'Anything could be a wake-up call, so I will have to be ready for everything. I just have to keep doing what I have been doing,' said Ambrish.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
IND U19 vs ENG U19: Hamza Shaikh's captain's knock prevents win for India; match ends in draw
England U-19 team, led by captain Hamza Shaikh's fighting century of 112 runs, secured a tense draw against India U-19 in the first Youth Test at Beckenham on Tuesday. Chasing a target of 350, England finished at 270/7 in 63 overs, preventing India from taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Shaikh's composed innings of 112 came off 140 balls, featuring 11 fours and two sixes. Ben Mayes contributed with a steady 51 off 82 balls, while wicketkeeper-batter Thomas Rew scored a quick 50 off just 35 balls. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. India initially had England struggling at 62/3 in the 14th over, but partnerships between Shaikh, Mayes, and Rew helped the hosts recover. The match reached a dramatic phase in the final hour when India executed two consecutive run-outs, dismissing Shaikh and Ekansh Singh. Ralphie Albert (9 not out off 37 balls) and Jack Home (7 not out off 36 balls) displayed remarkable composure under pressure, facing an aggressive Indian field setting with two slips, a silly point, and a short leg. Poll What do you think was the key factor in England U-19's recovery during the match? Strong partnerships Captain's century Aggressive batting Indian fielding errors India had started the day at 128 for three in their second innings and were bowled out for 248 in 57.4 overs. Vihaan Malhotra top-scored with 63 off 85 balls, including 10 fours. The Indian innings faced a setback when Alex Green claimed two quick wickets, removing both Malhotra and overnight partner Abhigyan Kundu. Rahul Kumar's dismissal for 11 saw India slip from 171/3 to 187/6. RS Ambrish played a crucial innings of 53 off 71 balls, adding important runs with the tail before being run out as the last wicket. The final scores stood at India U-19 540 & 248 in 57.4 overs, while England U-19 scored 439 & 270/7 in 63 overs. RS Ambrish picked up 2/48 for India. This result follows India U19's victory in the five-match Youth ODI series, which they won 3-2 under the leadership of Ayush Mhatre.
