England’s Under-19 squad unleashed fury on Scotland, clinching a historic 252-run victory in Group C at Harare. Batting first, they amassed 404/6, driven by Ben Mays’ sensational 191 (117 balls, 18 fours, 8 sixes). Joseph Moore’s 81-run knock added depth, turning the match into a one-sided affair from the outset.
Scotland’s chase was nightmarish, all out for 152 in 44.5 overs. Finley Carter (34) and Max Chaplin (22) offered minor resistance, but England’s attack was relentless.
Group D delivered another mismatch as Afghanistan crushed Tanzania by 9 wickets in Windhoek. Tanzania limped to 85 all out in 36 overs, Agustino Meya Mwambele topping with 14 amid a batting collapse where eight players didn’t reach 10.
Pacer Nooristani Umarzai’s 5/9 dismantled them, Uzairullah Niyazi claiming 2/?. In reply, Faisal Shinwarzada’s fiery 55* (34 balls, 9×4, 1×6) ensured victory in 12.4 overs. Group D qualifiers are now set: Afghanistan and South Africa progress, ousting West Indies and Tanzania.
These matches exemplify the U19 World Cup’s blend of high-scoring feasts and bowling masterclasses, setting the stage for fiercer battles ahead.