Indian squad for the 2018 Under-19 World Cup: Know your team

Virat Kohli and co. celebrate after winning the under-19 World Cup
Virat Kohli and co. celebrate after winning the under-19 World Cup

Pankaj Yadav

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Pankaj Yadav

One of the most inspiring stories from the Indian under-19 World Cup should the one of Pankaj Singh. The 18-year-old hails from a Naxalite affected area in Jharkhand and is the son of a milkman. He is yet to play for Jharkhand senior team.

Also read: Milkman's son scaling new heights: The inspiring story of Ranchi's Pankaj Yadav

Aryan Juyal

Aryan Juyal is a 16-year-old wicketkeeper-batsman from Uttrakhand who was rewarded for his efforts in the Cooch Behar Trophy. He is yet to make his senior debut for Uttrakhand or any other team. This is his first under-19 team call-up.

Harvik Desai

Harvik Desai, the 18-year-old wicketkeeper from Saurashtra, is set to be team's first-choice gloveman. He made his List A debut for his team earlier this year and played five matches so far.

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