A record-shattering performance lit up the U19 Cricket World Cup 2026 as England hammered Scotland by 252 runs in Group C at Takashinga Sports Club. Ben Mays’ blistering 191 off 117 balls – including 18 fours and 8 sixes – anchored a formidable 404/6. Joseph Moore’s 81 complemented the onslaught, burying any Scottish hopes early.
The target proved insurmountable; Scotland crawled to 152 in 44.5 overs, with Finley Carter’s 34 and Max Chaplin’s 22 as top efforts in a sorry surrender.
In contrasting ease, Afghanistan overwhelmed Tanzania by 9 wickets in Group D at Windhoek. The minnows folded for 85 in 36 overs, only Agustino Meya Mwambele (14) showing grit; boundaries were rare at just two.
Nooristani Umarzai’s mesmerizing 5/9 and Uzairullah Niyazi’s brace sparked joy. Faisal Shinwarzada then danced to 55 unbeaten (34 balls, 9 fours, 1 six), sealing the deal in 12.4 overs. Afghanistan and South Africa advance from Group D, ending campaigns for West Indies and Tanzania.
Day two of the tournament delivered fireworks, reminding fans why U19 cricket is a breeding ground for future stars amid thrilling disparities.