U19 World Cup 2024 (Game 29) – Super Six Stage – Australia vs England
Australia Under-19 delivered a masterclass, securing a significant 162 run victory over England Under-19. From the onset, Australia U19’s skipper, Hugh Weibgen, led the charge with a commanding century, setting the stage for a formidable total. Australia then bundled out the English thanks to brilliant bowling by Vidler, Macmillan and Straker.
Weibgen’s partnership with Harry Dixon laid a solid foundation for Australia, and despite a middle-order stuttering, Rafael Macmillan’s late flourish guided them to an imposing total of 266 for 6.
In response, England faced an uphill battle, needing to chase a revised target of 215 runs in 24 overs due to rain interruptions. Ben McKinney’s brisk start was not enough to counter Callum Vidler’s destructive spell, who claimed four crucial wickets. Lightning disrupted the play briefly, but Australia’s relentless bowling attack, spearheaded by Rafael Macmillan, sealed England’s fate post-resumption.
The abrupt end after the weather delay left England with little room to mount a comeback, and they succumbed to Australia’s disciplined bowling, collapsing to 104 all-out. Australia’s fielding prowess complemented their clinical batting and bowling display, highlighting why they are a formidable force in the tournament.
As Australia U19’s march continues, their emphatic victory leaves England hanging by a thread in the competition. The Aussies now find themselves on the cusp of securing a semi-final spot, showcasing their prowess and reinforcing their status as a team to be feared in the tournament.
Chief Scores :-
Australia U19 – 266 for 6 in 50 overs (Hugh Weibgen 120, Harry Dixon 53, Ollie Peake 25*, Theo Wylie 4 for 42, Sebastian Morgan 1 for 39, Tazeem Chaudry Ali 1 for 46)
England U19 – 104 for 10 in 16.5 overs (Charles William James Allison 26, Ben McKinney 22, Hamza Shaikh 14, Callum Vidler 4 for 29, Rafael Macmillan 3 for 16, Tom Straker 2 for 16)
