India, Jan. 3 -- BENONI, South Africa, January 3, 2026 - The India Under-19 cricket team begins a crucial three-match ODI series against South Africa Under-19 today, a final preparatory step ahead of the upcoming U19 World Cup. With regular captain Ayush Mhatre unavailable, Vaibhav Suryavanshi will lead the Indian side at Willowmore Park in Benoni.

The three-ODI series' opening game is scheduled on Saturday, January 3, 2026. The match will be held atWillowmore Park in Benoni, South Africa, and is scheduled to start at 1:30 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).

Regular captain Ayush Mhatre is unavailable for the series. In his absence, Vaibhav Suryavanshi will captain the India Under-19 side. This series serves as vital preparation for both tea...