Dorne, Van Lange shine as Windies U19 go 3-1 Up

The West Indies Under-19s delivered a clinical all-round performance on Monday to secure a dominant 98-run victory over England in the fourth Youth ODI, taking a 3–1 advantage in the seven-match series.

After England won the toss and elected to field, openers Tanez Francis and his partner gave the hosts a steady platform. Francis compiled a patient 51 from 72 balls, striking five boundaries, while his fellow opener added a lively 34 from just 27 deliveries.
Captain Joshua Dorne then anchored the innings with a composed and much-needed return to form, crafting 80 from 104 balls, including six fours and a towering six. Building on that momentum, the in-form Jonathan Van Lange unleashed a blistering 80 from 68 deliveries, decorated with four fours and four powerful strokes over the boundary—contributing at an impressive strike rate of 118.
Despite wickets falling in the latter stages, the hosts closed strongly, posting a competitive 280 for 7 from their allotted 50 overs.
England’s bowling attack had moments of discipline, with Luke Hands finishing as the pick of the bowlers with 3 for 63, while Farhan Ahmed supported well with 2 for 37. James Minto and Alex Green claimed a wicket each.
In reply, England’s chase faltered early as West Indies pacer Shaquan Belle struck twice, removing both openers, including Joe Moores for 19 off 20 balls. England’s middle order struggled to gain momentum under sustained pressure.
Ben Dawkins offered the lone act of resistance, constructing a determined 78 from 98 balls featuring seven boundaries and a six. However, his dismissal—courtesy of Vitel Lawes—signaled the beginning of the end for the tourists. Lawes produced a standout spell, finishing with 4 for 35, while Belle completed an excellent outing with 3 for 34.
England were eventually dismissed for 182 in 38.5 overs, well short of the target.
With the emphatic win, the West Indies Under-19s move 3–1 up in the series and will look to clinch the series victory on November 26th.