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Will Malajczuk Hits Fastest Century in ICC U19 Men’s World Cup History

Will Malajczuk Hits Fastest Century in ICC U19 Men’s World Cup History

Will Malajczuk etched his name into the record books after smashing the fastest century in ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup history, powering Australia to a commanding eight wicket victory over Japan. Chasing 202 in Windhoek, the Australian opener produced a stunning display of aggressive batting, racing to 102 off just 55 balls. His innings, featuring 12 fours and five sixes, dismantled the Japanese bowling attack and ensured Australia completed the chase with ease. Malajczuk reached his half-century in only 23 deliveries, the quickest ever at an U19 World Cup before going on to break the record for the fastest…
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Rehaan Ahtif Replaces Dylan Thakrar in Tanzania Squad for ICC U19 World Cup 2026

Rehaan Ahtif Replaces Dylan Thakrar in Tanzania Squad for ICC U19 World Cup 2026

The Event Technical Committee of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 has approved Rehaan Ahtif as a replacement for Dylan Thakrar in the Tanzania squad. Thakrar was ruled out of the tournament after sustaining an injury to his left middle finger during Tanzania’s second Group D match against South Africa, making him unable to continue in the remainder of the event. Player replacements require formal approval from the Event Technical Committee before being added to the squad. The committee comprises Wasim Khan (Chair, ICC General Manager - Cricket), Sarah Edgar (ICC Senior Manager - Events), Hamilton Masakadza (Zimbabwe…
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Obaid replaces injured Zadran in Afghanistan U19 lineup

Obaid replaces injured Zadran in Afghanistan U19 lineup

The Event Technical Committee of the ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2026 has approved Aqil Khan Obaid as a replacement for Hafieezullah Zadran in the Afghanistan squad. The decision was ratified by the Event Technical Committee after Zadran suffered a fracture to his left wrist during Afghanistan’s opening match of the tournament against South Africa. Medical assessments have ruled him out of the remainder of the competition, prompting the need for a squad change. As per tournament regulations, any player replacement must receive formal clearance from the Event Technical Committee before being added to the official squad list. Following…
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Tatenda Taibu hails ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup as pathway to professional cricket

Tatenda Taibu hails ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup as pathway to professional cricket

The ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup continues to play a key role in shaping the careers of young cricketers, according to former Zimbabwe international Tatenda Taibu. Taibu, who was named Player of the Tournament at the 2002 ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup in New Zealand, said the event provides a global platform for emerging players to showcase their talent and take their first steps toward professional cricket. The 2026 edition of the tournament will be jointly hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia, with Taibu appointed as the tournament ambassador. The former wicketkeeper-batter represented Zimbabwe at two U19 World Cups,…
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Zimbabwe to host tri-series ahead of ICC U19 Men’s World Cup 2026

Zimbabwe to host tri-series ahead of ICC U19 Men’s World Cup 2026

December 17, 2025—Zimbabwe will host Pakistan and Afghanistan in a tri-nation Under-19 series as part of final preparations for the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026. The series will serve as a key build-up event ahead of the global tournament, which will be jointly hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia from January 15 to February 6. With all three teams set to feature in the World Cup, the tri-series is expected to provide valuable match exposure and competitive rhythm. The action begins on Christmas Day, December 25, with hosts Zimbabwe facing Afghanistan at Harare Sports Club. Afghanistan will then take…
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