A fierce contest will unfold as England Under-19 will go up against Australia Under-19 in the first semi-final at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo on 3rd February at 1:00 PM IST.
Get the best AUS-U19 vs ENG-U19 Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 1st Semi-Final match of the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026. Expert analysis and more.
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AUS-U19 vs ENG-U19 Match Preview:
Australia Under-19 powered through the Super Six stage with complete authority, winning all four of their matches in Group 1. They dictated terms from the outset, dominated crucial passages, and maintained relentless intensity throughout the phase. As a result, they finished at the top of the points table, carrying strong momentum and confidence into the first semi-final of the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026.
Meanwhile, England Under-19 matched that level of excellence in Group 2 by also securing victories in each of their four outings. They showed resilience under pressure, executed plans with precision, and adapted quickly to varying match situations. Consequently, they closed the Super Six stage in second position, proving their consistency against quality opposition.
Therefore, the first semi-final set up a heavyweight clash between two unbeaten sides. While Australia Under-19 entered as Group 1 leaders, England Under-19 arrived with equal belief and form, ensuring a high-intensity contest where execution and composure would define the outcome.
AUS-U19 vs ENG-U19 Head-to-Head Record:
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Teams |
Matches Won |
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Australia Under-19 |
0 |
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England Under-19 |
0 |
AUS-U19 vs ENG-U19 Weather & Pitch Report:
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Temperature |
20°C |
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Weather Forecast |
Clear Sky |
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Pitch Behaviour |
Batting-friendly |
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Best Suited To |
Pace |
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Average 1st innings score |
233 |
Record of chasing teams:
AUS-U19 vs ENG-U19 Playing 11s (Predicted):
Australia Under-19 Playing 11:
1) Will Malajczuk
2) Nitesh Samuel
3) Steven Hogan
4) Oliver Peake ©
5) Alex Lee Young (wk)
6) Jayden Draper
7) Aryan Sharma
8) Hayden Schiller
9) Kasey Barton
10) Will Byrom
11) Charles Lachmund
England Under-19 Playing 11:
1) Ben Dawkins
2) Joe Moores
3) Ben Mayes
4) Thomas Rew (c & wk)
5) Caleb Falconer
6) Ralphie Albert
7) Farhan Ahmed
8) Sebastian Morgan
9) James Minto
10) Manny Lumsden
11) Alex Green
Hot Picks for AUS-U19 vs ENG-U19 Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
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Oliver Peake – Leading Australia with composure as tournament captain, the left-handed middle-order batter and off-spin option has compiled 203 runs from five matches. His standout contribution came through a superb maiden century—109 off 117 balls—against the West Indies, sealing Australia’s qualification for the semi-finals. |
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Will Malajczuk – Providing relentless firepower at the top, the aggressive left-handed opener has amassed 250 runs in five outings. His campaign has been defined by a record-breaking 51-ball hundred versus Japan, the fastest century in Under-19 World Cup history. |
Top Picks:
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Ben Mayes – Dominating the tournament’s batting charts, England’s right-handed opener has piled up 375 runs across five matches. A monumental 191 against Scotland now stands as the highest individual score ever recorded by an English batter in the competition. |
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Farhan Ahmed – Operating as England’s primary spin weapon, the right-handed batter and off-break bowler has claimed 8 wickets in five matches. His ability to strike during the Super Six stage has provided consistent breakthroughs and maintained pressure through the middle overs. |
Budget Picks:
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Thomas Rew – Leading England Under-19 with composure, he anchors the middle order and provides stability through measured stroke play and calm on-field leadership. |
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Alex Lee Young – Serving Australia Under-19 as a right-handed wicketkeeper-batter, he strengthens the middle order with composed batting, smart game awareness, and reliable work behind the stumps. |
AUS-U19 vs ENG-U19 ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
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Captain |
Oliver Peake & Will Malajczuk |
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Vice-Captain |
Ben Mayes & Farhan Ahmed |
AUS-U19 vs ENG-U19 Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keeper – Ben Mayes (vc)
- Batters – Oliver Peake, Ben Dawkins, Nitesh Samuel
- All-rounders – Farhan Ahmed, Aryan Sharma, Ralphie Albert, Will Malajczuk ©
- Bowlers – Charles Lachmund, Hayden Schiller, Manny Lumsden
AUS-U19 vs ENG-U19 Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Thomas Rew, Alex Lee Young, Ben Mayes
- Batters – Oliver Peake ©, Ben Dawkins, Nitesh Samuel
- All-rounders – Farhan Ahmed (vc), Aryan Sharma, Will Malajczuk
- Bowlers – Charles Lachmund, Manny Lumsden
AUS-U19 vs ENG-U19 Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st Semi-Final ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 Players to Avoid:
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Players |
Dream11 Credits |
Dream11 Points (Last match) |
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Will Bennison |
6.0 credits |
NA |
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John James |
6.5 credits |
NA |
AUS-U19 vs ENG-U19 Dream11 Prediction Today Match 1st Semi-Final ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 Expert Advice:
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SL Captaincy Choice |
Will Malajczuk |
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GL Captaincy Choice |
Olivier Peake |
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Punt Picks |
Thomas Rew and Alex Lee Young |
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Dream11 Combination |
1-3-4-3 |
AUS-U19 vs ENG-U19 Match Winner Prediction:
The balance and quality of the squad will position Australia Under-19 for a winning result.
