U19 World Cup 2024 (Game 20) – Zimbabwe vs Namibia
In a crucial showdown at the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2024, Zimbabwe Under-19 showcased their dominance, securing a spot in the Super Six with a convincing 8 wicket victory over Namibia. Panashe Taruvinga and Brandon Sunguro played pivotal roles in the run chase, but it was Zimbabwe’s bowlers who did most of the heavy lifting.
The earlier stages of the game saw Zimbabwe’s bowling unit delivering an outstanding performance, with aggressive Newman Nyamhuri claiming four crucial wickets and Ryan Simbi adding three to the tally. Although Namibia’s innings witnessed a bit of fielding slip towards the end, they struggled to form partnerships and could only manage a total of 146 runs. Hanro Badenhorst’s 39-run innings stood out as the highlight for Namibia.
Facing a modest total, Namibia Under-19 needed early wickets to stay competitive. Jack Brassell and Gerhard Van Rensburg managed to secure one scalp each, but their efforts were overshadowed by the solid partnership of Panashe Taruvinga, Brandon Sunguro, and Campbell Macmillan. The trio shattered Namibia’s dreams of progressing to the Super Six, guiding Zimbabwe into the break as the more jubilant side. Panashe Taruvinga and Brandon Sunguro showcased maturity and patience, guiding Zimbabwe to a comfortable victory with a 101-run partnership. Although Brandon was dismissed after securing the win, the duo’s performance left a lasting impression on a game that secured Zimbabwe Under-19’s progression to the Super Six and escorted Namibia out of the World Cup.
Chief Scores:
Namibia U19 – 146 for 8 in 50 overs (Hanro Badenhorst 39*, Gerhard Janse Van Rensburg 23, Alexander Busing-Volschenk 22, Newman Takudzwa Nyamhuri 4 for 21, Ryan Simbi 3 for 20, Kohl William Eksteen 1 for 18)
Zimbabwe U19 – 147 for 2 in 35.3 overs (Panashe Taruvinga 59*, Brandon Sunguro 29, Ryan Takunda Kamwemba 16, Jack Brussell 1 for 24, Gerhard Janse Van Rensburg 1 for 30, Hansie De Villiers 0 for 11)
