25 Boundaries, 123 Runs: Vaibhav Suryavanshi & Ayush Mhatre Ready to Unleash a Storm in England

The countdown has begun. Team India’s Under-19 stars Vaibhav Suryavanshi and captain Ayush Mhatre are all set to open against England U-19 on June 27 in Hove—and going by their recent form, the hosts should brace for impact.

Suryavanshi-Mhatre: A Dangerous Duo in the Making

Although Shubman Gill leads the senior side, the U-19 team has found its own power-packed leadership in Ayush Mhatre, who along with left-handed opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi, has built a solid reputation as a match-winning opening pair. In the last three outings, the duo stitched 123 runs off just 81 balls, smashing 25 boundaries together.

• Vaibhav Suryavanshi: 5 sixes, 8 fours

• Ayush Mhatre: 12 fours

Their aggressive starts have laid the foundation for India's dominance in U-19 ODIs, especially in recent matches against Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka in the UAE.

First Big Test in English Conditions

While the Indian duo has been impressive in Asia, this will be their first outing together outside the continent and their first match against a non-Asian team. The conditions in England will test their technique and temperament—but their chemistry and recent stats hint at something special in the making.

Eyeing a Statement Series

The upcoming series is more than just another bilateral clash—it's a chance for Vaibhav and Ayush to prove themselves on unfamiliar turf and catch the selectors’ eyes ahead of future tournaments. With their form, flair, and fearless approach, they could very well be the architects of England U-19’s downfall.

If these two click, a batting storm is almost guaranteed to hit England.