Dominance defined Australia’s path to the Under-19 World Cup 2026 semifinals as they defeated West Indies by 22 runs in a pulsating Super Six match. Captain Oliver Peak’s unbeaten-like 109 set up 314/7, a target that tested West Indies to the brink in Harare.
After being inserted, openers Malajczuk (48 off 30: 8×4, 2×6) and Samuel (56 off 74: 6×4) laid a 73-run platform. Peak then took charge, his 109 (117 balls: 9×4, 1×6) featuring key stands – 85 with Samuel, 69 with Lee Young (45), and 47 with Draper (29).
Pollard and Gittens snared two wickets apiece for WI, with Lodge and Mackenzie chipping in one each.
West Indies’ chase ignited with Carter (64) and Francis (27) adding 88. Dorne (62), Andrew (44), and Tilokani (35) battled hard, but Australia’s attack prevailed: Latchamun (4/xx), Schiller (2/xx), and Sharma (2/xx) ensuring a final score of 292/9.
Topping Group 1, Australia eliminates South Africa and Ireland, setting sights on the February 3 semifinal in Bulawayo. Peak’s leadership shines as the Aussies chase the title.