South Africa Under-19s take on Tanzania Under-19s in a Group D fixture of the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup at the High Performance Oval, Windhoek on 19th January. The match is scheduled to begin at 07:30 UK time, which converts to 13:00 IST. With South Africa targeting a dominant group-stage performance and Tanzania continuing their development on the global stage, this contest is an important step in shaping Group D outcomes.
Form Guide
South Africa Under-19s
South Africa Under-19s enter the World Cup as one of the strongest and most complete sides in the competition. Their approach is built on pace bowling firepower, athletic fielding, and a batting unit capable of both aggression and control. Consistency and intensity across all phases have been hallmarks of their youth setups.
- Potent pace attack suited to bouncy African surfaces.
- Batting depth capable of setting or chasing big totals.
- High fielding standards applying constant pressure.
Tanzania Under-19s
Tanzania Under-19s arrive as one of the developing nations in the tournament, focused on gaining experience and competing with discipline. Their strength lies in teamwork and application, particularly with the ball. Against elite opposition, maintaining composure and executing basics will be their primary objectives.
- Bowling unit emphasising accuracy and containment.
- Batting focused on patience and crease occupation.
- Valuable exposure to top-level youth cricket.
Key Players
South Africa Under-19s
- Lhuan-dre Pretorius – Aggressive top-order batter capable of setting the tempo.
- Ruan Terblanche – All-rounder offering balance and composure.
- Kwena Maphaka – Express left-arm quick expected to lead the attack.
Tanzania Under-19s
- Amir Ali – Dependable batter tasked with anchoring the innings.
- Ismail Juma – All-rounder providing balance across departments.
- Juma Hassan – Bowler relied upon for disciplined spells.
Pitch and Weather Conditions
The High Performance Oval in Windhoek generally offers good bounce and carry, making it well suited to fast bowlers who hit the deck hard. Batters who apply themselves early can score freely once set, while spinners tend to come into play later in the innings. Warm and dry conditions are forecast, ensuring uninterrupted play.
South Africa Under-19s vs Tanzania Under-19s – Prediction
This Group D contest strongly favours South Africa Under-19s due to their depth and familiarity with similar conditions. If Kwena Maphaka makes early inroads and the top order sets a solid platform through players like Lhuan-dre Pretorius, South Africa should dominate proceedings. Tanzania will aim to stay competitive through disciplined bowling and resistance from Amir Ali, but South Africa Under-19s are clear favourites.
Dream 11 Fantasy Picks
- Kwena Maphaka – High-value wicket-taking option.
- Lhuan-dre Pretorius – Strong top-order batting pick.
- Amir Ali – Reliable fantasy option for Tanzania.
