India and Australia secured convincing victories in the Under-19 World Cup, while Zimbabwe and Ireland suffered their second consecutive defeats. In Bloemfontein, India dominated Ireland with a commanding performance. Musheer Khan's fluent century and Naman Tiwari's four-wicket haul led India to a total of 301 for 7. Ireland, in response, struggled as Tiwari dismantled their top and middle order, ultimately falling short by 201 runs.

In Kimberley, Australia registered their second successive win by defeating Zimbabwe by a massive 225 runs. Harry Dixon and Harkirat Bajwa played pivotal roles for Australia, with Dixon top-scoring with 89, and Bajwa claiming 4 for 15. Zimbabwe's chase of 297 never gained momentum, and they succumbed to their second consecutive defeat in the tournament.

These victories reflect the dominance of India and Australia in the early stages of the Under-19 World Cup, showcasing their strength in both batting and bowling departments. The tournament continues to unfold with exciting performances from emerging talents.