Harare, Jan. 28 -- Australia became the first team to book a semi-finals berth at the ongoing ICC Men's Under-19 World Cup 2026 as they defeated West Indies Under-19 by 22 runs in a high-scoring Super Sixes contest at the Harare Sports Club on Wednesday.

After being put in to bat, the Australians posted a formidable total of 314/7 in their 50 overs, anchored by a masterful century from captain Oliver Peake. Peake's resilient 109 off 117 balls provided the backbone of the innings after significant contributions from Nitesh Samuel (56) and Will Malajczuk (48) at the top provided Australians with a phenomenal start.

Despite the West Indies' efforts with the ball--highlighted by Jakeem Pollard's 2 for 37 in 8 overs and RJai Gittens' 2/45 in...