Afghanistan Under-19 vs Ireland Under-19, Super 6 - Match 9 Match Summary

Tournament journeys so far - Hello and welcome to all the fans across the globe. Afghanistan Under-19 and Ireland Under-19 have experienced contrasting fortunes in the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026. Afghanistan Under-19 advanced to the Super Six stage in strong form, having won all three of their group games against South Africa, West Indies, and Tanzania. They currently sit in second place in Super Six Group 1 with 4 points and a superior net run rate, following a recent loss to Sri Lanka. Ireland Under-19, in contrast, secured only one group-stage victory against Japan and carries no points forward into the Super Six stage, leading to their exit from the tournament. Afghanistan's semi-final push - For Afghanistan Under-19, this match is pivotal for their semi-final aspirations. A victory will solidify their position among the top contenders in Group 1, putting them into a strong position to secure their spot in the knockout stage, given their strong net run rate. Strong performances, including big wins against West Indies and South Africa in the group stage, have marked their campaign. The team, having played warm-up matches in Zimbabwe, is confident in their ability to perform in these conditions. Ireland seeks redemption - Ireland Under-19 enters this match primarily playing for pride and a better tournament finish. With 0 points in the Super Six table and the worst net run rate in their group, the Irish side has already been knocked out of the tournament. They will be looking to finish their campaign on a high note by causing an upset against a strong Afghan side and spoiling the Afghan party. Their previous Super Six match saw them lose to the West Indies by 25 runs (DLS method). The Harare venue and tournament impact - The match is being held at the Harare Sports Club in Harare, Zimbabwe, one of the key venues for the tournament. A win for Afghanistan will likely see them through to the semi-finals, while a win for Ireland would not affect their own standings dramatically but could significantly impact the qualification chances of other teams like Sri Lanka and West Indies, who are close on points to Afghanistan in Group 1. Expect a competitive clash - Expect a highly competitive match, with Afghanistan eager to secure the win needed for a semi-final spot and Ireland keen to end their tournament on a positive note. Afghanistan's strong form and familiarity with the Zimbabwean conditions give them a psychological edge, but Ireland will be determined to fight for a morale-boosting victory. Fans can likely expect an engaging contest as both teams give their all in their final Super Six fixture.