Day 19 of the ICC Under‑19 Cricket World Cup in Zimbabwe featured high-quality cricket as India and Bangladesh recorded commanding victories in the Super Six stage, keeping their title hopes alive ahead of the semifinals.
India Under‑19 dominated their clash against hosts Zimbabwe in Bulawayo. Electing to bat first, India posted a massive total of 352 for 8, highlighted by a brilliant century from Vihaan Malhotra and explosive contributions from Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Abhigyan Kundu.
The Indian bowlers then ran through the Zimbabwean batting lineup, dismissing the hosts for just 148 and securing a comprehensive 204-run victory. The win not only showcased India’s strong batting depth and disciplined bowling but also strengthened their position in Super Six Group 2, keeping them firmly on track for the knockout stage.
In Harare, Bangladesh Under‑19 continued their impressive campaign with a confident win over Zimbabwe. The Bangladesh batsmen built steady partnerships to post a competitive total, while Iqbal Hossain led the bowling attack, dismantling the opposition with precision and pace. Bangladesh’s 74-run victory underlined their ability to perform under pressure and maintained their momentum as the tournament heads into the semifinal stage.
Fast-bowling sensation Manny Lumsden of England also continued to impress, generating excitement with his pace and wicket-taking ability throughout the tournament. Performances like his have added intrigue to the upcoming knockout matches as teams prepare to battle for a place in the final.
With the Super Six stage concluding, attention now turns to the semifinals, where the standout teams, including India and Bangladesh, will vie for a spot in the final and a chance to lift the U19 World Cup trophy. The tournament has already delivered thrilling matches, emerging talents, and a preview of cricket’s next generation at the highest level.
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