The stage is set for an exciting clash as India U19 take on Australia U19 in the first Youth Test at the Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane. Following a dominant 3-0 clean sweep in the preceding Youth ODI series, the Indian side led by Ayush Mhatre will aim to extend their red-ball supremacy on Australian soil. Fans across India can catch every delivery live via Star Sports Network and online through JioHotstar live streaming, ensuring no moment is missed.
Match Overview: When and Where to Watch
The India U19 vs Australia U19 1st Youth Test runs from Tuesday, September 30 to Friday, October 3, 2025. Play begins daily at 5:30 AM IST, giving Indian fans an early-morning treat.
Venue: Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane, Australia
Telecast: Star Sports Network (TV)
Live Streaming: JioHotstar App and Website
With live streaming options readily available, cricket enthusiasts can enjoy real-time scores, ball-by-ball updates, and expert commentary from the comfort of their homes.
India U19’s Momentum from Youth ODIs
India’s U19 side enters the Youth Test on a high, having dominated Australia in the recent 50-over series. Middle-order batters Vedant Trivedi and Rahul Kumar showcased their batting prowess with fifties, while left-arm spinner Khilan Patel bagged four wickets in a massive 167-run victory in the third ODI. The team also claimed wins by seven wickets and 51 runs in the first two games, highlighting a well-balanced combination of batting firepower and bowling discipline.
Key performers like Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Vihaan Malhotra, and off-spinner Kanishk Chouhan will be the players to watch as India looks to continue its red-ball dominance.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi: The Teenage Sensation
The spotlight is firmly on 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, whose meteoric rise has captured global attention. On Day 2 of the Youth Test, Suryavanshi smashed a record-breaking 78-ball century, scoring 113 runs with nine boundaries and eight sixes. This innings makes him the youngest batter to score a Youth Test century in Australia, surpassing Australia’s Liam Blackford.
His fearless strokeplay, from IPL heroics to rewriting Youth Test records, demonstrates a rare blend of power, timing, and temperament, signaling the arrival of a future Indian cricket superstar.
Squads to Watch: India and Australia U19
India U19 Squad Highlights:
Captain: Ayush Mhatre
Key Batters: Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Vedant Trivedi, Vihaan Malhotra, Rahul Kumar
Bowlers: Khilan Patel, Kanishk Chouhan, RS Ambrish
Australia U19 Squad Highlights:
Captain & WK: Simon Budge
Key Players: Alex Turner, Tom Hogan, Will Malajczuk, Aryan Sharma
Both teams boast a mix of youthful talent and match-winning potential, setting the stage for a thrilling four-day contest.
Why You Should Tune in to Live Streaming
With the match live streamed on JioHotstar and telecast on Star Sports, fans can:
Watch live ball-by-ball action from Brisbane
Follow player stats, partnerships, and milestones
Experience expert commentary and insights
Stay updated with instant highlights and scorecards
Whether you’re a cricket purist or a casual fan, live streaming ensures you don’t miss Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s fireworks, Ayush Mhatre’s tactical bowling, or the unfolding Youth Test drama.