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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
Salam Khan to Ayaan Shariff, No run, the batter is not interested in playing at that.
- Rehaan Ahtif 2 (21)
- Ayaan Shariff 5 (26)
Wahid Zadran to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, the batter has just watchfully blocked this out.
Wahid Zadran to Ayaan Shariff, 1 run, the batter goes back in the crease and flicks it away through fine leg for a single.
Wahid Zadran to Ayaan Shariff, No run, just a mere push. But no space for a run.
Wahid Zadran to Rehaan Ahtif, 1 run, the batter goes back in the crease and flicks it away through mid on for a single.
Wahid Zadran to Ayaan Shariff, 1 run, this time the batter goes back and punches it from the crease for a run.
Wahid Zadran to Ayaan Shariff, No run, the batter has just watchfully blocked this out.
- Rehaan Ahtif 1 (19)
- Ayaan Shariff 3 (22)
Nooristani to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, beaten! Lovely bowling as the batter is defeated all ends up.
Nooristani to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
Nooristani to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
Nooristani to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, the batter looks to play that but is comprehensively beaten.
Nooristani to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, the batter looks to play that but is comprehensively beaten.
Nooristani to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
- Ayaan Shariff 3 (22)
- Rehaan Ahtif 1 (13)
Wahid Zadran to Ayaan Shariff, No run, that is defended solidly off the front foot.
Wahid Zadran to Ayaan Shariff, Wide! Play and a miss! The batter wasn't quite sure how to play that one.
Wahid Zadran to Rehaan Ahtif, 1 run, the batter goes back in the crease and flicks it away through mid on for a single.
Wahid Zadran to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, the batter has just watchfully blocked this out.
Wahid Zadran to Ayaan Shariff, 1 run, that is just a mere push for a run.
Wahid Zadran to Ayaan Shariff, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
Wahid Zadran to Ayaan Shariff, No run, that is defended solidly off the front foot.
- Rehaan Ahtif 0 (11)
- Ayaan Shariff 2 (18)
Nooristani to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, the batter has just watchfully blocked this out.
Nooristani to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, that is left alone for the keeper to collect.
Nooristani to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, the batter has just watchfully blocked this out.
Nooristani to Ayaan Shariff, 1 run, that is flicked off the back foot for a run.
Nooristani to Ayaan Shariff, No run, the batter looks to play that but is comprehensively beaten.
Nooristani to Ayaan Shariff, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
- Rehaan Ahtif 0 (8)
- Ayaan Shariff 1 (15)
Wahid Zadran to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, the batter has just watchfully blocked this out.
Wahid Zadran to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, the batter has just watchfully blocked this out.
Wahid Zadran to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, that is flicked away but straight to the fielder.
Wahid Zadran to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, that is flicked away but straight to the fielder.
Wahid Zadran to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, just a mere push. But no space for a run.
Wahid Zadran to Rehaan Ahtif, No run. Swing and a miss! The batter swings hard at that one but does not connect.
- Ayaan Shariff 1 (15)
- Rehaan Ahtif 0 (2)
Nooristani to Ayaan Shariff, No run, that is punched off the back foot but straight to the fielder.
Nooristani to Ayaan Shariff, No run, the batter has just blocked that from the crease.
Nooristani to Ayaan Shariff, No run, just a mere push. But no space for a run.
Nooristani to Ayaan Shariff, No run. Play and a miss! The batter wasn't quite sure how to play that one.
Nooristani to Ayaan Shariff, Wide! This is down the off side and let through.
Nooristani to Ayaan Shariff, No run, the batter has just watchfully blocked this out.
Nooristani to Ayaan Shariff, No run, the batter has just watchfully blocked this out.
- Ayaan Shariff 1 (9)
- Rehaan Ahtif 0 (2)
Wahid Zadran to Ayaan Shariff, Bye. Play and a miss! The batter wasn't quite sure how to play that one.
Wahid Zadran to Ayaan Shariff, No run, just a mere push. But no space for a run.
Wahid Zadran to Ayaan Shariff, No run, just a mere push. But no space for a run.
Wahid Zadran to Ayaan Shariff, No run, that is defended solidly off the front foot.
Wahid Zadran to Ayaan Shariff, No run, the batter goes back in the crease to flick but cannot find the gap.
Wahid Zadran to Ayaan Shariff, No run, that is flicked away but straight to the fielder.
- Rehaan Ahtif 0 (2)
- Ayaan Shariff 1 (3)
Nooristani to Rehaan Ahtif, No run. Swing and a miss! The batter swings hard at that one but does not connect.
Nooristani to Rehaan Ahtif, No run, beaten! Lovely bowling as the batter is defeated all ends up.
Nooristani to Darpan Jobanputra, OUT! Caught behind! That has gone straight into the gloves of the keeper.
Nooristani to Darpan Jobanputra, No run. Play and a miss! The batter wasn't quite sure how to play that one.
Nooristani to Darpan Jobanputra, 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
