🏏 U19 CWC 2026 Warm-Ups: Rain Chaos in Namibia

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Key Takeaways

1📊 South Africa 12/3 vs Australia after losing top order
2🏆 Four teams action on final rain-affected warm-up day
3💡 Lachmund & Gordon star in Australia's bowling blitz
4🔮 U19 CWC 2026 begins soon—watch for batting recoveries

"Rain-hit fixtures in Namibia gave four teams one last run-out before the tournament begins."

Rain played spoilsport on the final day of ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2026 warm-ups in Namibia, but Australia, South Africa, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka squeezed in crucial hit-outs before the main event kicks off.

South Africa Crumble Early vs Australia

At United Cricket Club Ground in Windhoek, South Africa won the toss and batted but imploded spectacularly. Australia's Charles Lachmund nabbed Jorich van Schalkwyk for a golden duck, then Ben Gordon's express pace demolished Adnaan Lagadien (0) and skipper Muhammed Bulbulia (7). The young Proteas slumped to 12 for 3 in a nightmare start, highlighting batting frailties ahead of the tournament proper.

Weather woes cut short other fixtures, denying full run-outs. For Indian fans glued to the youth scene—think Shubman Gill's U19 glory—these glimpses tease fireworks. Australia's bowling bite looks ominous, while South Africa must regroup fast. With the U19 CWC 2026 looming in Namibia, expect these teams to peak just in time. Who's your dark horse?