Truck Driver's Son Harvansh Pangalia Hits Blistering Century For India U-19 In England
Harvansh Singh Pangalia, son of a truck driver, scored an unbeaten century for India U19 against an English XI. His 100 off 52 balls, with nine sixes, showcased his talent.
Truck Driver's Son Harvansh Pangalia Hits Blistering Century For India U-19 In England
Harvansh Singh Pangalia, son of a truck driver, scored an unbeaten century for India U19 against an English XI. His 100 off 52 balls, with nine sixes, showcased his talent.
In a remarkable display of power-hitting that reminded cricket enthusiasts of the sport’s unpredictable magic, Harvansh Singh Pangalia, son of a truck driver, delivered a breathtaking century for India U19 against an English invitational XI in a warm-up match at Loughborough.
The 18-year-old wicketkeeper-batter transformed what could have been a routine practice game into an unforgettable spectacle with his explosive batting at number nine.
Coming to the crease when India stood precariously at 251/7 in the 36th over, Harvansh showcased the kind of fearless cricket that has made him a rising star in Indian youth cricket. His unbeaten century off just 52 balls, studded with nine towering sixes, demonstrated the explosive potential that has cricket experts taking notice.
The teenager from Gandhidham, a small town in Gujarat’s Rann of Kutch, reached his half-century with a boundary and then unleashed carnage in the final overs. His assault on the English bowlers included consecutive sixes off Manny Lumsden in the 48th over, followed by more punishment for Matthew Firbank.
The climax came in the final over when he hammered three consecutive sixes to reach his century, with his second fifty coming off just 18 deliveries.
What makes Harvansh’s story particularly compelling is his background. His father, Damandeep Singh, drives a truck in Brampton, Canada, where the family has settled.
When offered the opportunity to move to Canada, Harvansh refused, determined to pursue his cricket dreams in India. His dedication to the sport was evident from an early age, inspired by Yuvraj Singh’s famous six sixes against Stuart Broad.
Harvansh’s talent isn’t limited to this single innings. He previously scored 117 runs against Australia U19 in a youth Test match, demonstrating his ability to perform consistently at the highest level. His batting style, heavily influenced by Yuvraj Singh, combined with wicketkeeping skills inherited from his father and uncle, makes him a valuable asset to Indian cricket.
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The left-handed batter’s explosive knock helped India U19 post 442/9, with his partnership alongside RS Ambrish adding crucial runs. India went onto claim a massive 231-run win.
As India prepares for their official tour beginning June 27, Harvansh’s performance signals the emergence of another promising talent from Indian cricket’s grassroots.
Harvansh Singh Pangalia, son of a truck driver, scored an unbeaten century for India U19 against an English XI. His 100 off 52 balls, with nine sixes, showcased his talent.
In a remarkable display of power-hitting that reminded cricket enthusiasts of the sport’s unpredictable magic, Harvansh Singh Pangalia, son of a truck driver, delivered a breathtaking century for India U19 against an English invitational XI in a warm-up match at Loughborough.
The 18-year-old wicketkeeper-batter transformed what could have been a routine practice game into an unforgettable spectacle with his explosive batting at number nine.
Coming to the crease when India stood precariously at 251/7 in the 36th over, Harvansh showcased the kind of fearless cricket that has made him a rising star in Indian youth cricket. His unbeaten century off just 52 balls, studded with nine towering sixes, demonstrated the explosive potential that has cricket experts taking notice.
The teenager from Gandhidham, a small town in Gujarat’s Rann of Kutch, reached his half-century with a boundary and then unleashed carnage in the final overs. His assault on the English bowlers included consecutive sixes off Manny Lumsden in the 48th over, followed by more punishment for Matthew Firbank.
The climax came in the final over when he hammered three consecutive sixes to reach his century, with his second fifty coming off just 18 deliveries.
What makes Harvansh’s story particularly compelling is his background. His father, Damandeep Singh, drives a truck in Brampton, Canada, where the family has settled.
When offered the opportunity to move to Canada, Harvansh refused, determined to pursue his cricket dreams in India. His dedication to the sport was evident from an early age, inspired by Yuvraj Singh’s famous six sixes against Stuart Broad.
Harvansh’s talent isn’t limited to this single innings. He previously scored 117 runs against Australia U19 in a youth Test match, demonstrating his ability to perform consistently at the highest level. His batting style, heavily influenced by Yuvraj Singh, combined with wicketkeeping skills inherited from his father and uncle, makes him a valuable asset to Indian cricket.
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The left-handed batter’s explosive knock helped India U19 post 442/9, with his partnership alongside RS Ambrish adding crucial runs. India went onto claim a massive 231-run win.
As India prepares for their official tour beginning June 27, Harvansh’s performance signals the emergence of another promising talent from Indian cricket’s grassroots.
Published: June 26, 2025, 7:13 a.m.
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