In a commanding display of skill and strategy, the West Indies Under-19 cricket team secured a resounding 98-run victory over England in the fourth Youth One-Day International (ODI) at the National Cricket Stadium on Monday. This triumph gave the West Indies a decisive 3-1 lead in the seven-match series. Chasing a challenging target of 281, England’s batting lineup faltered under the relentless pressure of the West Indies’ disciplined bowling attack, collapsing to 182 all out in just 38.5 overs. The standout performer was Vitel Lawes, whose masterful spin bowling yielded four crucial wickets for 35 runs, dismantling England’s middle order. Shaquan Belle complemented Lawes’ efforts with three wickets for 34 runs, ensuring England’s innings never gained momentum. Earlier, the West Indies’ batting was anchored by a stellar 120-run partnership between captain Joshua Dorne (80) and Jonathan van Lange (80), propelling the team to a formidable total. England’s bowlers, led by Luke Hands (3-63) and Farhan Ahmed (2-37), struggled to contain the hosts. With two matches remaining, the West Indies are now poised to clinch the series outright, with the fifth ODI scheduled for Wednesday at the same venue.
