England delivered a dominant all-round performance to register a comfortable win over Bangladesh, while Sri Lanka held their nerve to clinch a tense four-wicket victory against Afghanistan in Super 6 matches of the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia, on Friday.
England vs Bangladesh: Morgan Leads Bowling Onslaught
Bangladesh were bowled out for a modest 136 runs in 38.1 overs, struggling against England’s disciplined bowling attack. Sebastian Morgan was the standout performer, returning impressive figures of 3/28, while Ralphie Albert (2/15) and Manny Lumsden (2/18) chipped in with two wickets apiece.
Support came from Alex Green (1/16), Farhan Ahmed (1/40), and James Minto (1/17), as England maintained relentless pressure throughout the innings.
For Bangladesh, Rifat Beg top-scored with 31 off 36 balls, including four boundaries. Captain Azizul Hakim Tamim contributed 20 off 46 deliveries, while wicketkeeper-batter Md Abdullah added 25 off 34 balls in an otherwise disappointing batting display.
Thomas Rew Anchors Comfortable Chase
Chasing a straightforward target, England wrapped up the chase in just 24.1 overs, losing only three wickets. Captain Thomas Rew led from the front with an unbeaten 59 off 50 balls, striking five fours and two sixes. England sealed a seven-wicket victory, with Rew named Player of the Match for his match-winning knock.
Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan: Islanders Hold Nerve in Windhoek
In the other Super 6 encounter at the Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek, Sri Lanka overcame a spirited Afghanistan side to win by four wickets.
Batting first, Afghanistan posted 193 all out in 49.5 overs, thanks largely to opener Osman Sadat, who played a gritty knock of 61 off 107 balls, and Aziz Mia Khil, who scored 43 off 58 balls with five boundaries.
Sri Lanka’s bowling effort was led by Kugathas Mathulan (2/62) and Viran Chamuditha (2/20), while Sethmika Seneviratne (1/31), Rasith Nimsara (1/44) and Chamika Heentigala (1/19) also made valuable contributions.
Sri Lanka Complete Steady Chase
Chasing 194, Sri Lanka reached the target in 46.5 overs. Dimantha Mahavithana (37 off 58), Senuja Wekunagoda (43 off 79) and Dulnith Sigera (30 off 45) laid the foundation for the successful run chase.
Afghanistan’s bowlers fought hard, with Rohullah Arab (2/23) leading the attack, supported by Abdul Aziz (1/38), Wahid Zadran (1/29), Nooristani (1/47) and Khatir Stanikzai (1/29), but the effort fell just short.