Calcutta: Under Virat Kohli's captaincy, India had gone on to win the Under-19 World Cup back in 2008, something the Test captain still cherishes.

With the 11th edition of the competition slated to begin from January 27, Kohli reflected on its significance, laying emphasis on how it helps youngsters grow as cricketers.

"A lot of players I played against in 2008 are now playing for their respective nations," Kohli was quoted as saying in an ICC release.

Talking of the 2008 tournament, Kohli said the live telecast of the rain-affected final, in which India defeated South Africa by 12 runs via the Duckworth/Lewis method, was a game-changer for his team. "It was an opportunity for everyone to showcase their talent because the whole world was watching it.

"TV coverage helped us in a big way because people back home noticed the guys who were coming up from the young group, the next lot of players who had the character, belief and skill to make it to the next level."