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Australia's Malajczuk Sets Record in U19 World Cup Win

1/21/2026

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Will Malajczuk of Australia set the ICC Under-19 World Cup record for fastest century, 102 off 51 balls, as Australia achieved an eight-wicket victory over Japan on January 20, 2026.
Japan posted 201 runs, with Hugo Tani-Kelly contributing 79 not out.
Australia advanced to the Super Sixes, finishing second in Group A behind Sri Lanka.

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Will Malajczuk of Australia set the ICC Under-19 World Cup record for fastest century, 102 off 51 balls, as Australia achieved an eight-wicket victory over Japan on January 20, 2026.
Japan posted 201 runs, with Hugo Tani-Kelly contributing 79 not out.
Australia advanced to the Super Sixes, finishing second in Group A behind Sri Lanka.