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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
Khatir Stanikzai to Agustino Mwamele, No run, that is left alone for the keeper to collect.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, 1 run, that is punched off the back foot for a single.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
- Agustino Mwamele 3 (16)
- Laksh Bakrania 2 (3)
Salam Khan to Agustino Mwamele, No run, the cover drive is played but the result is a dot.
Salam Khan to Agustino Mwamele, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
Salam Khan to Agustino Mwamele, No run. Play and a miss! The batter wasn't quite sure how to play that one.
Salam Khan to Agustino Mwamele, No run, this is driven towards mid on.
Salam Khan to Agustino Mwamele, No run. Swing and a miss! The batter swings hard at that one but does not connect.
Salam Khan to Agustino Mwamele, No run, a gentle push by the batter but cannot pierce the gap.
- Laksh Bakrania 2 (3)
- Agustino Mwamele 3 (10)
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, No run. Swing and a miss! The batter swings hard at that one but does not connect.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, 2 runs, this time the batter goes back and punches it from the crease for a couple of runs.
Khatir Stanikzai to Laksh Bakrania, No run, the batter has just watchfully blocked this out.
Khatir Stanikzai to Ayaan Shariff, OUT! That is a simple catch to the fielder.
Khatir Stanikzai to Agustino Mwamele, Leg bye, just a mere push. But no space for a run.
Khatir Stanikzai to Ayaan Shariff, 1 run, that is punched off the front foot for a single.
- Agustino Mwamele 3 (9)
- Ayaan Shariff 7 (37)
Salam Khan to Agustino Mwamele, No run, a gentle push by the batter but cannot pierce the gap.
Salam Khan to Agustino Mwamele, No run, that is flicked away but straight to the fielder.
Salam Khan to Agustino Mwamele, Wide! Swing and a miss! The batter swings hard at that one but does not connect.
Salam Khan to Agustino Mwamele, No run, the batter looks to play that but is comprehensively beaten.
Salam Khan to Agustino Mwamele, Wide! The batter shoulders arms to let that one through.
Salam Khan to Ayaan Shariff, 1 run, that is flicked off the back foot for a run.
Salam Khan to Agustino Mwamele, 1 run, the batter goes back in the crease and flicks it away through third man for a single.
Salam Khan to Agustino Mwamele, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
- Ayaan Shariff 6 (36)
- Agustino Mwamele 2 (4)
Khatir Stanikzai to Ayaan Shariff, No run, that is punched off the back foot but straight to the fielder.
Khatir Stanikzai to Ayaan Shariff, No run, that is punched off the back foot but straight to the fielder.
Khatir Stanikzai to Ayaan Shariff, No run, that is punched off the back foot but straight to the fielder.
Khatir Stanikzai to Agustino Mwamele, 1 run, this is driven through the covers for a single.
Khatir Stanikzai to Agustino Mwamele, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
Khatir Stanikzai to Agustino Mwamele, Wide! The batter lets the ball go outside off stump.
Khatir Stanikzai to Agustino Mwamele, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
- Agustino Mwamele 1 (1)
- Ayaan Shariff 6 (33)
Salam Khan to Agustino Mwamele, 1 run, that is flicked off the back foot for a run.
Ouch! Rehaan Ahtif is looking in some discomfort and is unable to continue. A blow to the batting team as Rehaan Ahtif is retired hurt.
Salam Khan to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
Salam Khan to Rehaan Ahtif, No run. Play and a miss! The batter wasn't quite sure how to play that one.
Salam Khan to Rehaan Ahtif, Wide! The batter looks to play that but is comprehensively beaten.
Salam Khan to Rehaan Ahtif, No run. Swing and a miss! The batter swings hard at that one but does not connect.
Salam Khan to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
Salam Khan to Ayaan Shariff, 1 run, the batter goes back in the crease and flicks it away through mid wicket for a single.
- Rehaan Ahtif 6 (27)
- Ayaan Shariff 5 (32)
Khatir Stanikzai to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, beaten! Lovely bowling as the batter is defeated all ends up.
Khatir Stanikzai to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, this is down the off side and let through.
Khatir Stanikzai to Rehaan Ahtif, Four! The pull shot comes out and it fetches the batter a boundary.
Khatir Stanikzai to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, this is down the off side and let through.
Khatir Stanikzai to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, beaten! Lovely bowling as the batter is defeated all ends up.
Khatir Stanikzai to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, that is defended solidly off the front foot.
- Ayaan Shariff 5 (32)
- Rehaan Ahtif 2 (21)
Salam Khan to Ayaan Shariff, No run, the batter has just watchfully blocked this out.
Salam Khan to Ayaan Shariff, 2 Leg byes, the batter goes back in the crease to flick but cannot find the gap.
Salam Khan to Ayaan Shariff, No run, this is down the off side and let through.
Salam Khan to Ayaan Shariff, No run, the batter looks to play that but is comprehensively beaten.
Salam Khan to Ayaan Shariff, No run, the batter lets the ball go outside off stump.
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
