INDIA EYES VICTORY IN ICC WOMEN'S U19 WORLD CUP OPENER AGAINST WEST INDIES

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - 8 February 2025: Niki Prasad-led India has opted to bowl first against West Indies in their highly anticipated opening game of the 2025 edition of the ICC Women's U19 World Cup at the scenic Bayeumas Oval.

India arrives into the group stage fixtures on a strong note, having won convincingly against South Africa and Scotland in their warm-up games. The team is set to face stiff competition from West Indies, who have had mixed results so far, with wins over Nepal followed by a heavy defeat at the hands of New Zealand.

In the meantime, Sri Lanka has made a statement, pinning down Malaysia by 139 runs in their ICC Women's U19 T20 World Cup opener on day two of the tournament. Chamudi Praboda and Dahami Sanethma emerged as top performers for the hosts, delivering crucial blows that saw off Malaysia's batting lineup.

India will look to establish a strong foundation in the face of West Indies' formidable bowling attack, while Sri Lanka will hope to capitalize on their surprise win over Malaysia to send a message to the rest of the competition. With several thrilling matches lined up, the 2025 ICC Women's U19 World Cup promises to be an exhilarating ride for fans and players alike.

The Indian team, meanwhile, will be eyeing a perfect start to their campaign against West Indies, with the tournament expected to witness some intense clashes between the top contenders. The stage is set, and only time will tell who will emerge victorious in this highly anticipated opening game.