England's Under-19 cricket team has made a strong start at the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026, securing an impressive eight-wicket victory over co-hosts Zimbabwe. This win, which took place on January 18, 2026, marks England's second consecutive triumph in the tournament. The foundation of their success was laid by a remarkable unbeaten 167-run partnership between captain Ben Rew and Hamza Mayes. Rew led from the front, scoring a brilliant 86 runs not out from just 66 deliveries, showcasing aggressive batting that included seven fours and four sixes. Mayes provided excellent support, remaining unbeaten on 77 runs from 72 balls, hitting three fours and four sixes. Together, they comfortably chased down Zimbabwe's target of 208 runs, reaching 209 for 2 in just 28 overs. Earlier in the match, England's bowlers had done well to restrict Zimbabwe to 208 for 9 in their allotted 50 overs. Manny Lumsden was the pick of the bowlers with three wickets, while Farhan Ahmed and Ralphie Albert chipped in with two wickets each. This victory follows England's opening win against Pakistan, further solidifying their position in the tournament. The ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 is being co-hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia from January 15 to February 6, 2026, featuring 16 teams vying for the coveted title. England's dominant performances have positioned them as strong contenders for the Super Six stage and beyond, generating considerable excitement among cricket enthusiasts globally.