The Men’s U-19 Cricket World Cup has been a platform for budding talent to showcase their skills and make a mark on the international stage. Over the years, several outstanding players have been recognized as the Player of the Tournament, highlighting their exceptional performances and potential for the future.
Let’s take a closer look at the players who have been honored with this prestigious title over the years and how they have made an impact on the world of cricket.
| Year | Player | Country |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Yuvraj Singh | India |
| 2002 | Tatenda Taibu | Zimbabwe |
| 2004 | Shikhar Dhawan | India |
| 2006 | Cheteshwar Pujara | India |
| 2008 | Tim Southee | New Zealand |
| 2010 | Dominic Hendricks | South Africa |
| 2012 | Will Bosisto | Australia |
| 2014 | Aiden Markram | South Africa |
| 2016 | Mehedi Hasan | Bangladesh |
| 2018 | Shubman Gill | India |
| 2020 | Yashasvi Jaiswal | India |
| 2022 | Dewald Brevis | South Africa |
| 2024 | Kwena Maphaka | South Africa |
2000 Yuvraj Singh (India)
- Played crucial innings throughout the tournament.
- Showed remarkable talent and potential.
2002 Tatenda Taibu (Zimbabwe)
- Led Zimbabwe to an impressive campaign.
- Displayed exceptional leadership skills at a young age.
2004 Shikhar Dhawan (India)
- Made significant contributions with the bat.
- Established himself as a promising young talent.
2006 Cheteshwar Pujara (India)
- Demonstrated impeccable technique and temperament.
- Laid the foundation for a successful international career.
2008 Tim Southee (New Zealand)
- Impressed with his pace and swing bowling.
- Played a key role in New Zealand’s campaign.
2010 Dominic Hendricks (South Africa)
- Stood out with his consistent performances.
- Caught the attention of cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
2012 Will Bosisto (Australia)
- Captained Australia to victory.
- Showed maturity beyond his years.
2014 Aiden Markram (South Africa)
- Led from the front with both bat and leadership.
- Emerged as a future star for South Africa.
2016 Mehedi Hasan (Bangladesh)
- Made significant contributions with both bat and ball.
- Played a pivotal role in Bangladesh’s success.
2018 Shubman Gill (India)
- Produced standout performances throughout the tournament.
- Established himself as a highly talented prospect.
2020 Yashasvi Jaiswal (India)
- Scored runs consistently and impressively.
- Garnered attention for his fearless batting.
2022 Dewald Brevis (South Africa)
- Displayed exceptional batting skills.
- Considered as a future asset for South African cricket.
2024 Kwena Maphaka (South Africa)
- Showcased immense talent and potential.
- Continued the tradition of producing promising cricketers in South Africa.
The Men’s U-19 Cricket World Cup continues to serve as a platform for young cricketers to shine and carve their path towards a successful international career. As we celebrate the achievements of these outstanding players, we eagerly anticipate the emergence of more stars in the future editions of the tournament.