MUMBAI: The Supreme Court appointed committee of administrators (CoA) on Saturday, announced cash awards for the victorious India U19 team that won the ICC U19 World Cup in New Zealand Saturday.
A brilliant display with both the bat and ball helped India blow away Australia to become the first team to clinch the title four times.
Australia, who elected to bat after winning the toss, were bowled out for an under-par 216 in 47.2 overs. Ishan Porel, Shiva Singh, Kamlesh Nagarkoti and Anukul Roy took two wickets apiece to restrict the Australians. The Indian team, coached by Rahul Dravid, put in a clinical batting display with Manjot Kalra smashing an unbeaten 101 off 102 balls. India (220/2) reached the target with eight wickets in hand and 11.1 overs to spare as they completely outclassed the Australians on Saturday.
The following is the breakdown of prize money:
Rahul Dravid, head coach India U19 – Rs 5 million
Members of India U19 team – Rs 3 million each
Members of the support staff – Rs 2 million each
Vinod Rai, chairman, CoA, said, “I congratulate the U19 team who have made the country proud. Head coach Rahul Dravid played his cricket with sincerity and it was pleasing to see the boys uphold the value. They have been fantastic athletes and even better ambassadors. The boys have done so well, and I am sure they will work hard and climb the ladder and represent the senior team in the future.”
Ms Diana Edulji, member, CoA, said: “The consistent performance is a testimony to the fact of BCCI’s initiative in nurturing the talent and providing them an environment to the youngsters and perform to their potential. I congratulate Rahul Dravid and his team for returning home with the glittering ICC World Cup.”
