The countdown to the ICC U19 World Cup is on, and the final day of warm-up matches proved to be a thriller! While India crushed Sri Lanka and New Zealand cruised past Scotland, two upsets stole the show: Bangladesh’s stunning victory over Australia and England’s dominant win against Pakistan.
India Flexes Muscle: Skipper Uday Saharan led the charge for India, blasting his second half-century in as many games as they chased down Sri Lanka’s 209 with ease.
Musheer Khan proved his all-round talent with a three-wicket haul and valuable runs in the middle order. The win sends a confident message to their rivals.
Bangladesh Springs a Surprise: In a game filled with twists, Bangladesh turned the tables on Australia. After restricting them to a modest 165 thanks to Rohanat Doullah Borson’s four-wicket haul (including a hat-trick!), Chowdhury Md Rizwan’s unbeaten 53 steered them home with five wickets to spare.
This upset sends shivers down spines and proves Bangladesh are a force to be reckoned with.
New Zealand Cruises, England Impresses: In other matches, New Zealand enjoyed a comfortable win over Scotland, showcasing their batting prowess.
Meanwhile, England sent a strong message with their dominant victory against Pakistan, highlighting their balanced attack and aggressive batting.
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The warm-up matches have served as a glimpse into the potential fireworks we can expect at the U19 World Cup. From rising stars like Saharan and Borson to known talents like Rizwan, the stage is set for an exciting tournament filled with young guns gunning for glory. So buckle up, cricketing fans, because the countdown to the big show has truly begun!
