Australia U19 vs West Indies U19: Aussies Triumph by 22 Runs in Thrilling Super Six Clash

HARARE: In a high-level Australia U19 vs West Indies U19 Super Six encounter of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2026 at Harare Sports Club, Australia posted a commanding total of 314/7 in 50 overs to outclass West Indies, who could only manage 292/9 in reply, handing the Aussies a 22-run victory.

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Australia has set a massive target, finishing at 314/7 in 50 overs. Now, it's West Indies turn to bat, and they're off to a decent start, reaching 139/2 in 19.1 overs.

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In the Australia U19 vs West Indies U19 clash, captain Oliver Peake starred with a superb 109 off 117 balls, including nine fours and a six, earning the Player of the Match award. Strong support came from Nitesh Gershom Samuel (56) and Will Malajczuk (48 off 30 balls), while contributions from Alex Lee Young (45) and Jayden Scott Draper (29), along with 21 extras conceded by West Indies, helped Australia set a challenging total.

Chasing 314 in the Australia U19 vs West Indies U19 encounter, West Indies U19 fought valiantly, reaching 151/2 in 21 overs. Openers Tanez T’Kyle Kesron Francis (27) and Zachary Nathan Carter (64) provided a strong start, with skipper Joshua Dorne (62) and Jewel Andrew (41) trying to steer the innings. However, despite their determined efforts, the West Indies fell short in the final overs, as Australian bowlers Jakeem Javier Pollard (2/37) and R’Jai Amari Gittens (2/45) ensured the visitors could not complete the chase.

The win strengthens Australia U19’s position in the Super Six stage, keeping their U19 World Cup title hopes alive as the tournament in Zimbabwe and Namibia intensifies.