New Delhi, Feb. 7 -- Former Indian cricketer VVS Laxman commended the Indian Under-19 cricket team's support staff, while Ravi Shastri heaped praise on the India U19 players after the team secured the 2026 Under-19 World Cup by defeating England by 100 runs in a high-scoring final at Harare in Zimbabwe on Friday.

VVS Laxman, who is also the Director of the National Cricket Academy (NCA), praised the support staff, led by coach Hrishikesh Kanitkar, for their professionalism and teamwork, and expressed pride in their collective effort in securing the World Cup victory.

VVS Laxman, in an X post, said, "Proud of what we achieved together. Your professionalism, attention to detail and genuine care for the boys made all the difference. This W...