Cooch Behar Trophy (Elite U-19): The Grand Final
Gujarat reached the final of India’s premier four-day youth tournament, the Cooch Behar Trophy, which concluded on January 19, 2026.
- Result: Gujarat finished as Runners-up after a hard-fought battle against Madhya Pradesh (MP) at the Sardar Patel Stadium in Valsad.
- The Match: Gujarat took a crucial 38-run lead in the first innings (scoring 216), but was bundled out for just 133 in the second innings. Madhya Pradesh chased down 172 to win their first-ever title by 6 wickets.
- Top Performer for Gujarat: Throughout the tournament, the team was praised for its consistency, topping Group B undefeated with wins over Rajasthan, Jammu & Kashmir, and Vidarbha.
🌍 2026 ICC U-19 Men’s World Cup
The World Cup is currently taking place in Zimbabwe and Namibia (Jan 15 – Feb 6, 2026). Multiple players with Gujarat connections are representing Team India.
- Gujarat Players in India Squad: * Vedant Trivedi: A key all-rounder and left-arm pacer from the Gujarat domestic circuit.
- Khilan A. Patel: A standout performer from the region, currently making an impact in the bowling department.
- Henil Patel: Featured in the squad after strong domestic showings.
- Recent Performance: In a warm-up match on January 10, Khilan Patel took 3 wickets for just 4 runs against Scotland. In the main tournament, India is currently favored to advance deep into the Super Six stage.
🏏 Vinoo Mankad Trophy (One-Day Elite)
Gujarat’s U-19 team also had a significant run in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy recently.
- Key Victory: Gujarat defeated Goa by 116 runs in October 2025 to solidify their ranking.
- Quarter-Final Exit: Gujarat’s journey ended in the quarter-finals against local rivals Saurashtra, where they were unable to defend their total in a high-intensity knockout game.
🌟 Players to Watch
Based on recent selection data and tournament stats, these are the rising stars of Gujarat U-19:
- Vedant Trivedi: Emerging as a vital “three-dimensional” player for the national U-19 side.
- Rudra N. Patel: Consistent with the bat during the Cooch Behar Trophy.
- Meet Patel: A leading wicket-taker for the state during the elite domestic season.