During a crucial match of the Super Six of the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026, England Under-19s defeated Bangladesh Under-19s by seven wickets and halted their semifinal ambitions. Bangladesh were bowled out with 136 runs, and England scored the target easily with 137/3 within 24.1 overs. Captain Thomas Rew spearheaded the pursuit with a perfect 59, keeping England alive in the semifinals.
Quick Match Summary
| Category | Details |
| Match | Bangladesh U19 vs England U19 – Super Six |
| Date | 26 January 2026 |
| Venue | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo |
| Toss | Bangladesh U19 won the toss & elected to bat |
| Bangladesh U19 Score | 136 all out (38.1 overs) |
| England U19 Score | 137/3 (24.1 overs) |
| Result | England U19 won by 7 wickets |
| Man of the Match | Thomas Rew (ENG U19) – 59* off 50 balls |
Bangladesh U19 Batting Struggles Put Them on the Back Foot
Bangladesh Under 19 came into this Super Six event knowing how critical it was, but their batting performance never really settled into a rhythm and placed them under pressure from the beginning. The innings started on an unpromising note when the opener Zawad Abrar fell victim to the third ball with a paltry 6 runs after winning the toss and opting to bat first. The early wicket made Bangladesh sluggish, and England seized power in a short time.
Rifat Beg and captain Azizul Hakim Tamim then attempted to rebuild the innings with a consistent partnership of 46 runs. Beg enjoyed his stay with a score of 31 runs off 36 balls and a boundary almost every other swing. Tamim was more cautious and had a contribution of 20 runs in 46 balls as he tried to anchor the innings.
But after Beg was dismissed, Bangladesh could not keep up the pace. Mohammad Abdullah, a wicketkeeper batter, demonstrated some push with 25 runs off 34 balls, but they were not supported by the other end, which made it hard to recover. The middle and lower order batters could not convert, and wickets were going down at a consistent rate.
The disciplined bowling by England maintained the rate of the score within control, and the pressure grew with each over. Eventually, Bangladesh were dismissed at 136 in 38.1 overs. It was a figure that never seemed higher than average in such an important game and left the side with very little margin of error as they headed into the second innings.
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Captain Rew Guides England to Smooth Victory
England demonstrated their discipline with the ball and composure with the bat in this match. Since the time Bangladesh started their innings, the English bowlers appeared in control. They rolled straight, never delivered loosely, and never left the batters down.
Sebastian Morgan headed the attack, which ended with 3/28 and the breaking of partnerships at the moment when Bangladesh was attempting to re-form. He was well backed by Manny Lumsden, who claimed 2/18, and Ralphie Albert, who picked up 2 more wickets at minimal expense. Due to this group effort the Bangladesh were maintained in a state of continuous pressure and could not increase the rate of scoring at any point.
Having a target of 137 in front of them, England proceeded to the chase with patience and confidence. Bangladesh was able to secure an early wicket, but England never appeared hurried or uneasy. Captain Thomas Rew batted a cool and steady game, unbeaten on 59 out of 50 balls. He led the chase, turning the blow and seizing scoring chances as they appeared.
Ben Mayes gave good support by contributing 34 runs, and BJ Dawkins, with 2,7 also provided useful support before being out. England scored 137 in the 24.1 overs with ease and won by 7 wickets. This victory not only ended the campaign of Bangladesh in the tournament, but also clinched England a stronger position in the Super Six stage as they approached the semi-finals.
Final Score & Result
| Team | Innings Score | Result |
| Bangladesh U19 | 136 all out (38.1 overs) | Lost by 7 wickets |
| England U19 | 137/3 (24.1 overs) | Won |
Key Statistics
| Player | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Bowling |
| Thomas Rew (ENG) | 59 | 50 | 5 | 2 | – |
| Ben Mayes (ENG) | 34 | 50 | 2 | 1 | – |
| Rifat Beg (BAN) | 31 | 36 | 4 | 0 | – |
| Md Abdullah (BAN) | 25 | 34 | 3 | 0 | – |
| Sebastian Morgan (ENG) | – | – | – | – | 3/28 |
| Ralphie Albert (ENG) | – | – | – | – | 2/15 |
| Al Fahad (BAN) | 5 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 2/37 |
Semi-Final Spots Heat Up as Super Six Drama Continues
The seven-wicket win over Bangladesh was not just the end of the campaign of the Junior Tigers in the U19 World Cup, but it also helped England to cement its position in the Super Six phase. Having six points after three matches means they are now in a good position to ensure they get a place in the semi-finals, and they can now take the momentum and confidence they have gained in their remaining matches.
In the case of Bangladesh, the defeat means they are eliminated, but one more Super Six game remains, which will be valuable in terms of experience and a nice conclusion.
In the meantime, groups such as the India team have already secured their Super Six position with a decisive victory over NZ, which has earned them an early edge in the competition. The remaining games, such as the high-profile match between Pakistan and New Zealand and India and Pakistan, will determine the final semi-finalists and will provide a thrilling finale to the tournament. As teams struggle to qualify for the knockout stage, fans can look forward to more competitive, better and exciting cricket.
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