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Ben Mayes Records 191: England & Afghanistan Dominate; Big Thursday Clashes Awaited!
The ICC U19 World Cup 2026 is no longer just a tournament; it’s a stage where future legends are being born. On Wednesday, January 21, the cricket world stood still as Ben Mayes played an innings for the ages, proving why England is a powerhouse in youth cricket.
England U19 vs Scotland U19: The "Mayes" Storm in Harare
The Takashinga Sports Club witnessed a batting masterclass. England’s Ben Mayes didn’t just play; he dominated.
- The Milestone: Mayes fell just 9 runs short of a double century, scoring 191 off 117 balls.
- Boundary Count: With 18 fours and 8 massive sixes, he looked like he was playing on a video game.
- Team Total: England’s 404-6 is now the gold standard for this tournament.
- Scotland's Struggle: Scotland was bundled out for 152, handing England a crushing 252-run victory.
Afghanistan U19 vs Tanzania U19: A Bowling Masterclass
In Windhoek, the narrative was all about the ball. Afghanistan showed why they are the "Giant Killers" of world cricket.
- Low-Score Demolition: Tanzania was shot out for just 85, the lowest total of the tournament so far.
- Star Performer: Nooristani Omarzai was the architect of the collapse, picking up the Player of the Match trophy for his lethal spell.
- Quick Finish: Afghanistan chased the target in just 12.4 overs, winning by 9 wickets and boosting their Net Run Rate (NRR) significantly.
Today’s Mega Fixtures: Thursday, Jan 22, 2026
Fans are in for a treat today with three high-voltage matches starting at 1:00 PM IST.
| Match | Group | Venue | Why You Should Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan vs Zimbabwe | Group C | Harare | Can the hosts stop the "Green Shirts" momentum? |
| West Indies vs South Africa | Group D | Windhoek | A battle of raw pace and Caribbean flair. |
| Ireland vs Japan | Group A | Windhoek | Japan looks for their first major upset against the Irish. |
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