Sri Lanka Tops Group A with Record Win Over Japan in U19 Cricket World Cup

Sri Lanka secured a record-breaking 203-run victory over Japan in the ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2026 in Namibia. Openers Viran Chamuditha and Dimantha Mahavithana set the highest-ever partnership in the tournament's history with 328 runs, while Chamuditha scored the highest individual total of 192 runs. Sri Lanka posted 387 for 4 and then restricted Japan to 184 for 8, showcasing strong batting depth and bowling options. This win places Sri Lanka atop Group A and strengthens their position for the Super Six stage.