Bulawayo buzzes with cricket fever as Haryana's Kanishk Chauhan Man of the Match performance powers India to victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in the Under-19 Cricket World Cup. This thrilling win on February 1, 2026, reignites Indo-Pak rivalry hype, proving why young talents like Kanishk matter now—India's youth squad eyes glory in Zimbabwe amid global U19 spotlight.
Mother's Joy: 'Proud of Son's Achievement, He Will Dhumme Thavega'
Kanishk's mother, Sarita Chauhan, couldn't hold back her emotions. "I'm so proud of my son's achievement. He did it again against Pakistan—scoring big and taking wickets. I knew he would dhumme thavega (create a storm)!" she shared. The family stayed up late, chatting with Kanishk as he relived the joy. Fireworks lit up Kulana village in Jhajjar, Haryana, with celebrations echoing the village's pride.
All-Round Heroics Seal India U19 vs Pakistan Win
In the high-stakes India U19 vs Pakistan match, Kanishk smashed 35 runs off 29 balls—four fours and a massive six—before claiming a crucial wicket. His efforts earned him Player of the Match (POTM), the second time against Pakistan after his Asia Cup heroics in Dubai (48 runs, 3 wickets). Experts hail this as a sign of his rising stardom in the Under-19 Cricket World Cup.
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Batting fireworks: Quick 35 runs stabilized innings.
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Bowling impact: One key wicket turned the game.
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Team boost: India's win keeps U19 campaign alive.
Kanishk's Journey: From Jhajjar Fields to World Stage
Born September 26, 2006, to farmer Pradeep Kumar and homemaker Sarita in Kulana village, Kanishk is the family's only son. Cricket bug bit early—at age 4, he joined a Ghaziabad academy. By 8, trials led to Dera Sacha Sauda in Sirsa; the family relocated in 2014 for top training at Shah Ji Satnam Stadium. Grandma's faith in Dera inspired all.
Debut international call-up came in 2024 vs England (114 runs, 8 wickets, Best All-Rounder). Stellar Australia tour, Challenger Trophy, and Afghanistan games paved his Under-19 Cricket World Cup path. His Asia Cup POTM vs Pakistan was the clincher.
Why This Matters Now
With U19 World Cup underway, Kanishk Chauhan Man of the Match inspires millions in Haryana and beyond. Young cricketers take note: Hard work at academies like Dera pays off.
