The stage is set, the lights are bright, and the future of world cricket is ready to explode. After weeks of high-octane drama across Zimbabwe and Namibia, the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 has reached its fever pitch. Win Adda We are down to the final four, and the matchups are nothing short of blockbuster.
With heavyweights Australia, England, and India remaining unbeaten, and Afghanistan emerging as the ultimate giant-killers, the path to the trophy is officially a "winner-take-all" sprint.
The Lineup: Who’s Still Standing?
The semi-final bracket features a mix of traditional powerhouses and the most exciting rising force in the game.
| Match | Teams | Venue | Date |
| Semi-Final 1 | Australia vs England | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo | Feb 3, 2026 |
| Semi-Final 2 | India vs Afghanistan | Harare Sports Club, Harare | Feb 4, 2026 |
The Matchups: A Closer Look
1. The Ashes Reimagined: Australia vs England
In the first semi-final, we saw a classic rivalry renewed. Australia entered as the defending champions, led by the gritty Oliver Peake. On the other side, England’s "Young Lions" have been clinical, powered by the tournament's leading run-scorer Ben Mayes and the lethal bowling of Manny Lumsden.
Status Update: In a thrilling encounter today, England secured their spot in the final with a 27-run victory. Despite a heroic, cramp-defying century from Aussie skipper Oliver Peake, England’s total of 277 proved too much to chase.
2. The Asian Giants: India vs Afghanistan
Tomorrow, all eyes turn to Harare for an all-Asian clash. India, five-time champions, secured their spot after a clinical 58-run demolition of arch-rivals Pakistan. Led by Ayush Mhatre, the Indian side looks like a well-oiled machine, with Vaibhav Suryavanshi providing explosive starts and Henil Patel leading the bowling charge.
However, do not sleep on Afghanistan. They have been the story of the tournament, crushing the likes of South Africa and the West Indies. With Faisal Khan (325 runs) and Nooristani Omarzai (12 wickets) in red-hot form, they are more than capable of orchestrating the upset of the century.
Players to Watch
Thomas Rew (England): His century in the semi-final proved he is a big-game player.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi (India): The 14-year-old prodigy whose aggressive opening stands can take the game away in the first 10 overs.
Manny Lumsden (England): Now at the top of the wicket-taking charts, his ability to extract bounce is a nightmare for batters.
Mahboob Khan (Afghanistan): The captain who has instilled a "never-say-die" attitude in his squad.
What’s Next?
The winners of tomorrow's India-Afghanistan clash will meet a confident England side in the Grand Final on Friday, February 6, at the Harare Sports Club.
Can India reach their sixth consecutive final? Or will Afghanistan's fairy tale continue all the way to the trophy? One thing is certain: the "big guns" aren't just loaded—they’re firing.
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