Nigeria Stuns New Zealand for Maiden Win in Women’s U-19 World Cup

Nigeria marked their maiden appearance in the Women’s U-19 World Cup with a stunning two-run victory over New Zealand. The match had been reduced to 13 overs because of rain. This marks Nigeria’s first completed game in the tournament.

Batting first, Nigeria posted 65 for 6, with skipper Piety Lucky and Lilian Udeh contributing valuable runs. New Zealand’s chase began poorly as Kate Irwin was run out on the very first ball. Opener Emma McLeod followed soon after, falling to Usen Peace’s precise seam bowling.

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New Zealand struggled in the middle overs, ending at 49 for 5 after 11 overs. Captain Tash Wakelin’s late efforts brought them close, but Nigeria held their nerves. Needing nine runs in the final over, New Zealand fell short by just two runs, managing only six off Udeh’s tight bowling.

Australia Survives Bangladesh Scare

Australia overcame a tense chase to defeat Bangladesh by two wickets in Bangi. Chasing a modest target of 92, Australia lost their way after a solid start, collapsing from 50 for 1 to 86 for 8.

Captain Lucy Hamilton’s composed 30 and Ella Briscoe’s gritty 11 off 22 balls rescued the team. They sealed victory with just four balls to spare.

Earlier, Bangladesh struggled with the bat, finishing at 91 for 9 in their 20 overs. Afia Ashima top-scored with a determined 29 at No. 7. For Australia, left-arm seamer Eleanor Larosa and offspinner Tegan Williamson starred with two wickets each.

USA Thrashes Ireland in Group B

The USA began their Women’s U-19 World Cup campaign with a dominant eight-wicket win over Ireland. Fast bowler Isani Vaghela (3 for 10) and offspinner Ritu Singh (2 for 8) were instrumental in bundling Ireland out for just 75 in 17.4 overs.

Chasing the target, opener Disha Dhingra played a sparkling knock of 46 off 33 balls. Her innings was laced with five fours and two sixes. Chetna Pagydyala supported with an unbeaten 23, as USA wrapped up the match in just 9.4 overs.

This victory propelled the USA to the top of Group B.

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