Under 19 World Cup Winners List From Virat Kohli to Yashasvi Jaiswal

The 15th edition of the ICC Under 19 Men’s Cricket World Cup started yesterday in South Africa. Spanning across decades, this esteemed tournament has not only witnessed fierce competition but also a breeding ground for future stars.

From 1988 to 2022, the U19 World Cup has given a lot of superstar cricketers to the teams like India, Australia, Pakistan, and the West Indies. The international star player’s career begins here. The following is the journey of the U19 World Cup stage.

U19 World Cup Winners List from 1988 to 2022

1988: Australia’s Bicentennial Bash

The inaugural U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup celebrated Australia’s Bicentenary, featuring 7 Test-playing nations and Associate Members. Australia won the title by defeating Pakistan in the finals. Notable stars include Nasser Hussain, Michael Atherton, Sanath Jayasuriya, and Brian Lara from 1988.

1998: South Africa’s Debut

South Africa hosted the 2nd edition of the Under 19 WC for the first time with 16 participating nations. West Indies won the title over New Zealand. The produced talents are Chris Gayle, Ramnaresh Sarwan, Virender Sehwag, Graeme Swann, and Shoaib Malik.

2000: India’s Maiden Triumph

Sri Lanka hosted the U19 World Cup 2000 tournament. India won its first title by defeating the hosts in the final. Yuvraj Singh has been been awarded the Player of the Tournament title with notable stars like Mitchell Johnson, Michael Clarke, and Brendon McCullum.

2002: Australia’s Dominance Continues

Australia won the second consecutive U19 World Cup title in New Zealand. The notable stars include captain Cameron White, Suresh Raina, and Ross Taylor. The Player of the Tournament was awarded to New Zealand’s Tatenda Taibu.

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2004: Pakistan’s Debut

Pakistan’s initial trophy against the West Indies happened in Bangladesh. Shikhar Dhawan is in the first place in the run chart. The produced stars are Eoin Morgan, Alastair Cook, and Wahab Riaz.

2006: Pakistan’s Another Glory

Pakistan’s second title against India in Colombo. The class 2006 produced stars are Cheteshwar Pujara, Aaron Finch, Shakib AI Hasan, and David Warner.

2008: India’s Redemption

Led by Virat Kohli, India redeemed a second title in Malaysia against South Africa. The future stars from the tournament are Josh Hazlewood, Steve Smith, and Kane Williamson.

2010: Australia’s Repeat Feat

Australia repeated their success in New Zealand by defeating Pakistan with a target of 208. The class of 2002 produced talents are Jos Buttler, Joe Root, and Babar Azam, hinting at future international stardom.

2012: India’s Aussie Triumph

India clinched their third title in Australia by defeating the hosts in the final. The future talents are Travis Head, Ish Sodhi, and Akeal Hosein, indicating a bright future for international cricket.

2014: South Africa’s Maiden Victory

South Africa clinched their first U19 World Cup in Dubai, defeating Pakistan. Aiden Markram’s leadership and Kagiso Rabada’s bowling excellence marked the tournament. The class of 2014 stars are Shreyas Iyer and Mustafizur Rahman.

2016: West Indies Historic Win

West Indies won their first Under 19 World Cup title in Bangladesh, over India in the final. The tournament saw the rise of players like Rishabh Pant, Rashid Khan, and Alzarri Joseph.

2018: India’s Fourth Win

India secured their fourth title in New Zealand by defeating Australia. Shubman Gill, Shaheen Afridi, and Mujeeb Ur Rahman are notable players, underlining the tournament’s role in nurturing future cricket stars.

2020: Bangladesh’s Maiden Glory

Bangladesh won their first title in South Africa. The tournament featured talents like Yashasvi Jaiswal, Ravi Bishnoi, and Mohammed Wasim. Bangladesh’s victory showcased the growing competitiveness among emerging cricket nations.

2022: India’s Fifth Triumph

Hosted by West Indies amid the COVID-19 pandemic, India secured their fifth U19 World Cup title. Afghanistan’s impressive run highlighted their emerging talent. Feature stars are Tanzim Hasan Sakib and Dewald Brevis, emphasizing the tournament’s resilience and adaptability.