ICC U-19 World Cup: India vs Zimbabwe Live – RS Ambrish Stars with Two Early Wickets
The ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup 2026 Super Six stage has kicked off with an exciting match between India and Zimbabwe. This game is being held at the Queen Sports Club in Bulawayo, where both teams aim for a strong performance.
Match Overview
India has shown remarkable form, winning all three of their group matches. Led by Ayush Mhatre, they topped Pool B, securing victories against the USA, Bangladesh, and New Zealand. All wins were achieved through the Duckworth-Lewis method due to rain interruptions.
Zimbabwe’s Performance
Zimbabwe, the co-hosts of the tournament, finished third in Group C. They were placed below England and Pakistan, suffering losses to both teams. Their opening match against Scotland was abandoned due to rain. The Zimbabwean squad seeks their first win in this Super Six encounter against a formidable Indian side.
Current Match Status
- Date: January 27, 2026
- Location: Queen Sports Club, Bulawayo
- India’s Innings: 352/8
- Zimbabwe’s Response: 31 runs for 3 wickets in 11 overs
Key Players
- India:
- Vihaan Malhotra – 109* runs (not out)
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi – 52 runs
- Abhigyan Kundu – 61 runs off 62 balls
- Zimbabwe:
- Kian Blignaut – 37* runs
- Leeroy Chiwaula – 42* runs
Match Highlights
The Indian batting lineup performed strongly, with Vihaan Malhotra scoring a century and contributing significantly to their total. They ended their innings at 352 runs, setting a challenging target for Zimbabwe.
Zimbabwe has faced difficulties, losing their top-order batsmen early. RS Ambrish has been instrumental, taking crucial wickets, including that of Brandon Senzer.
The current situation sees Zimbabwe needing 291 runs in the remaining 21 overs with seven wickets in hand. The match is poised for an intriguing finish as both teams battle for supremacy.
Looking Ahead
As the game progresses, both sides will be eager to seize the momentum. Live updates will continue to reflect the unfolding action in this crucial Super Six clash of the ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup 2026.
