Mumbai: Opening batsman Rohit Sharma of India's senior team has admitted that the under-19 team going for the World Cup is very strong and this team will do their utmost to defend their title in South Africa. At the time of the team's departure, Rohit greeted the players and also encouraged them. Apart from this, Rohit has said that there is no harm in playing big shots.
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The 13th edition of the Under-19 World Cup is to be played among 16 teams. These teams have been divided into 4 groups. Priyam Garg will take charge of the Indian team. This World Cup will be played from January 17 to February 9. Team India has been placed in Group A along with Japan, New Zealand, and Sri Lanka. Two top teams from each group will qualify for the Super League stage.
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Rohit said on the sidelines of an event, "Our team looks as strong as ever. We won the title of the last edition. I can't say that our team will definitely win this year as well, but definitely I can hope that this team will play very well. This is a big platform for these players and in this way, everybody would like to do well. I hope this team will bring the cup home."