Amid the electric atmosphere of Harare, Afghan teenager Faisal Shinwazai authored a historic 163 in the Under-19 Cricket World Cup, smashing Ireland with 18 fours and a six in 142 balls. This epic effort eclipsed Karim Janat’s 156, crowning Shinwazai as Afghanistan’s top U19 ODI scorer and fueling a 315/7 total.
After a top-order wobble at 27/2, Shinwazai’s third-wicket stand of 75 with Niyazi halted the slide. The real fireworks came partnering Khan for 188 runs, before Shinwazai’s exit. Khan’s unbeaten 89 sealed the deal.
Ireland fought back with Wilson and Riley grabbing three scalps apiece. World records? Chamuditha’s 192 leads, followed by 191s from Boyagoda and Mays.
Shinwazai’s innings blends technical mastery with fearless intent, embodying Afghanistan’s cricketing evolution. As Super Sixes heat up, this performance could be the spark for glory.