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Will Malajczuk Smashes Fastest U19 Cricket World Cup Century in Australia's Victory
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January 20, 2026•2 days ago

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Will Malajczuk scored the fastest century in ICC U19 Cricket World Cup history, reaching his ton in 51 balls. His 102 runs, including 12 fours and five sixes, anchored Australia's chase of 202. Malajczuk's performance, alongside a 135-run opening partnership, secured an eight-wicket victory for Australia against Japan.
Windhoek [Namibia], January 20 (ANI): Australia left-handed batter Will Malajczuk smashed the fastest-ever ton in ICC Men's Under-19 Cricket World Cup history in his side's commanding eight-wicket win against Japan in the ongoing tournament on Tuesday.
While chasing a target of 202, Malajczuk hammered his century at the 13.5-over mark, reaching the milestone in just 51 deliveries - the fastest-ever ton in the tournament's history.
The southpaw was dismissed on 102 off 55, which included 12 boundaries and five sixes, at a strike rate of 185.45.
Before getting dismissed, the left-handed batter stitched a 135-run stand for the opening wicket with Nitesh Samuel, which laid the foundation for the defending champions to chase down the target of 202 runs.
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