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Afghanistan vs Tanzania Highlights, U19 World Cup 2026: Afghanistan cruise past Tanzania by 9 wickets
The match began at 9:30 AM local time, with Tanzania winning the toss and opting to bat first, hoping to put runs on the board early.
Tanzania’s playing XI features captain Laksh Bakrania, wicketkeeper Acrey Pascal Hugo, and key batters Darpan Jobanputra and Ayaan Ashik Shariff.
The side will rely on discipline and partnerships to counter Afghanistan’s varied bowling attack. Players like Raymond Francis and Khalidy Juma will be expected to make an impact with both bat and ball.
Afghanistan U19 come into the game with greater experience at this level and a reputation for strong spin bowling.
Led by Mahboob Khan, who also keeps wickets, Afghanistan field a balanced side that includes Osman Sadat, Faisal Shinozada, and all-rounders like Khatir Stanikzai and Nooristani Omarzai. Their pace unit, featuring Wahidullah Zadran and Salam Khan, adds further depth.
With Group D points at stake, this match offers Tanzania a chance to test themselves against elite youth opposition, while Afghanistan will look to assert dominance and strengthen their position in the tournament.
Tanzania U19 (Playing XI): Darpan Jobanputra, Acrey Pascal Hugo(w), Ayaan Ashik Shariff, Rehaan Ahtif, Agustino Meya Mwamele, Laksh Bakrania(c), Simba Mbaki, Ally Hafidhi, Hamza Ally Onai, Raymond Francis, Khalidy Juma
Afghanistan U19 (Playing XI): Khalid Ahmadzai, Osman Sadat, Faisal Shinozada, Uzairullah Niazai, Mahboob Khan(w/c), Nazifullah Amiri, Khatir Stanikzai, Nooristani Omarzai, Roohullah Arab, Wahidullah Zadran, Salam Khan
Afghanistan cruise past Tanzania by 9 wickets
- Agustino Mwamele 7 (38)
- Laksh Bakrania 8 (29)
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, No run, that is punched off the back foot but straight to the fielder.
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, Wide! Beaten! Lovely bowling as the batter is defeated all ends up.
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, No run, that is slogged away, but not for any run.
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, No run, the batter has just watchfully blocked this out.
Nazif Amiri to Laksh Bakrania, 1 run, that is defended off the front foot for a single.
Nazif Amiri to Laksh Bakrania, No run, that is punched off the back foot but straight to the fielder.
- Agustino Mwamele 7 (34)
- Laksh Bakrania 7 (27)
Khatir Stanikzai to Agustino Mwamele, No run, that is defended solidly off the front foot.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, 1 run, the batter goes back in the crease and flicks it away through mid wicket for a single.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, Wide! That is left alone for the keeper to collect.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, No run, that is cut away but straight to the fielder at point.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, No run, the batter looks to play that but is comprehensively beaten.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, No run, the batter shoulders arms to let that one through.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, No run, that is punched off the back foot but straight to the fielder.
- Laksh Bakrania 6 (22)
- Agustino Mwamele 7 (33)
Nazif Amiri to Laksh Bakrania, 1 run, the batter comes forward and plays an off drive for a run.
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, 1 run, this is driven through mid on for a single.
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, No run, just a mere push. But no space for a run.
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, No run, a gentle push by the batter but cannot pierce the gap.
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, Wide! The batter is not interested in playing at that.
Nazif Amiri to Laksh Bakrania, 1 run, that is punched off the back foot for a single.
Nazif Amiri to Laksh Bakrania, Wide! This is down the off side and let through.
Nazif Amiri to Laksh Bakrania, Wide! Swing and a miss! The batter swings hard at that one but does not connect.
Nazif Amiri to Laksh Bakrania, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
- Laksh Bakrania 4 (19)
- Agustino Mwamele 6 (30)
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, 1 run, the batter comes forward and plays an off drive for a run.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, No run, that is punched off the back foot but straight to the fielder.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, No run, the batter comes forward and plays the off drive but it is a dot ball.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, No run, that is a cracking pull off the back foot, but for no run.
Khatir Stanikzai to Agustino Mwamele, 1 run, the batter goes deep in the crease and guides it through point for a single.
- Agustino Mwamele 5 (29)
- Laksh Bakrania 3 (14)
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, 1 run, that is just a mere push for a run.
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, No run, that is flicked away but straight to the fielder.
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, No run, the batter has just watchfully blocked this out.
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, Wide! The batter looks to play that but is comprehensively beaten.
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, No run, that is cut away but straight to the fielder at point.
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, No run, that is flicked away but straight to the fielder.
Nazif Amiri to Agustino Mwamele, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
- Laksh Bakrania 3 (14)
- Agustino Mwamele 4 (23)
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, No run, a gentle push by the batter but cannot pierce the gap.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
Khatir Stanikzai to Agustino Mwamele, 1 run, played left alone towards third man.
Khatir Stanikzai to Agustino Mwamele, No run, a bouncer now, ducked under.
Khatir Stanikzai to Agustino Mwamele, No run, the batter is not interested in playing at that.
Khatir Stanikzai to Agustino Mwamele, No run, this is down the off side and let through.
- Laksh Bakrania 3 (12)
- Agustino Mwamele 3 (19)
Salam Khan to Laksh Bakrania, No run, that is left alone for the keeper to collect.
Salam Khan to Laksh Bakrania, No run. Swing and a miss! The batter swings hard at that one but does not connect.
Salam Khan to Laksh Bakrania, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
Salam Khan to Laksh Bakrania, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
Salam Khan to Laksh Bakrania, No run, this is down the off side and let through.
Salam Khan to Laksh Bakrania, No run, that is left alone for the keeper to collect.
- Agustino Mwamele 3 (19)
- Laksh Bakrania 3 (6)
Khatir Stanikzai to Agustino Mwamele, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
Khatir Stanikzai to Agustino Mwamele, No run, the batter looks to play that but is comprehensively beaten.
Tanzania won the toss and elected to bat first in the morning encounter.
Afghanistan enter the contest with a stronger pedigree at the junior level, while Tanzania aim to challenge themselves against higher-ranked opposition.
Both teams have named their playing XIs, with Tanzania led by Laksh Bakrania and Afghanistan captained by wicketkeeper Mahboob Khan.
Afghanistan cruise past Tanzania by 9 wickets
Match Statistics
Venue
High Performance Oval, Windhoek
