Australia U19 vs England U19, 1st Semi-Final, ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 This high-stakes clash pits the defending champions Australia U19 against a resurgent England U19 side in the first semi-final of the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026. The match is set for February 3, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time (6:30 PM IST), at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.
Queens Sports Club offers a balanced surface where pacers have snagged around 60% of wickets during the tournament, though spinners aren’t far behind at 34%, with an average run rate hovering near 5. Teams chasing have edged ahead, winning four of nine games here, so the toss could sway towards bowling first. Weather looks ideal with temperatures around 29°C (feels like 32°C), mostly clear skies (11% cloud cover), light 7% rain chance, and easterly winds up to 35 km/hr that might aid swing or lofted shots.
A spot in the final is on the line, with Australia defending their title from last year in South Africa while England aim to reach their first U19 final since 1998. Both sides topped their Super Six groups, showing ruthless form—Australia with recent wins over West Indies (by 22 runs) and New Zealand, England dominating Bangladesh by seven wickets and New Zealand by 65 runs. Momentum favors the Aussies slightly after skipper Oliver Peake’s ton in their last outing, but England’s bowling attack has been clinical.
Head-to-Head
Australia U19 hold a strong edge overall, winning 9 of 12 Youth ODI encounters against England U19, who have 3 victories. In recent clashes, Australia dominated the 2024 Super Six meeting, posting 266/6 to bowl England out for 104. Last five meetings lean England’s way per some records (4-1), but tournament history tilts towards the Aussies’ firepower.
U19 World Cup Match Details
- Match: AUS U19 vs ENG U19
- Date: Feb 03, 2026
- Time: 12:30 PM 7:30 AM GMT / 9:30 AM LOCAL
- Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo
U19 World Cup Live Streaming info
The ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 runs from January 15 to February 6, 2026, co-hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia.
Five venues host all matches. The tournament features 41 ODIs, including group stage, Super Sixes, playoffs, semifinals, and final.
Live streaming for the ICC U19 World Cup 2026 varies by country, with broadcasters like Star Sports, Disney Hotstar, and Willow TV holding major rights. Coverage starts January 15, accessible via apps, websites, and TV channels.
- India: Stream on Disney Hotstar app/website; telecast on Star Sports channels.
- USA/Canada: Willow TV and digital platforms for live coverage.
- Sri Lanka: Dialog Television (exclusive Pay-TV) partnering with TV Supreme for free-to-air broadcasts.
- Pakistan: Likely PTV Sports or streaming apps like Tamasha/Daraz (based on prior ICC deals).
Global Alternatives
ICC.tv offers free live streams in select regions like Europe, Middle East (excluding some countries), and parts of Africa, subject to geo-restrictions. Check official ICC site or local providers for VPN-free access and full listings.
Live Streaming Info:
Star Sports will be live: AUS U19 vs ENG U19
Live Score Info:
Watch real-time scores, ball-by-ball commentary, and updates on ESPNcricinfo, Cricbuzz,
Australia Probable XI: Oliver Peake (c), Nitesh Samuel, Kasey Barton, Will Malajczuk, Naden Cooray, Jayden Draper, Hayden Schiller, William Taylor, Ben Gordon, Aryan Sharma, Alex Lee Young.
England Probable XI: Thomas Rew (c/wk), Ben Mayes, Farhan Ahmed (vc), Ben Dawkins, Caleb Falconer, Manny Lumsden, Sebastian Morgan, Joe Moores, Alex French, Ali Farooq, Luke Hands.
Today Match Analysis
Australia enter as favorites, blending experience from their 2025 triumph with fresh talent like opener Nitesh Samuel, who’s been explosive at the top. Skipper Oliver Peake leads with a match-winning century against West Indies, while all-rounder Will Malajczuk and pacer William Taylor add depth—strengths in batting depth and pace attack shine, though they struggled in a pre-tournament series against India. Weakness? Occasional middle-order wobbles if openers fail.
England’s campaign has been bowling-led, with Manny Lumsden’s five-wicket haul vs New Zealand and Sebastian Morgan’s 3/28 against Bangladesh highlighting their seam strength. Captain Thomas Rew (unbeaten 59 vs Bangladesh) and opener Ben Mayes (tournament’s top runscorer) anchor the chase, but batting relies heavily on the top order— a vulnerability if early wickets tumble. Their four straight Super Six wins show momentum, powered by spinners like Farhan Ahmed.
Australia’s batting firepower and title experience give them the edge on this balanced pitch, especially if they chase. Expect a close contest, but the defending champs should prevail by 20-30 runs or 5-6 wickets.