England crushed Ireland by 10 wickets in Group D, scoring the target of 110 runs in 15.5 overs with opener James Taylor making an unbeaten 51 in 63 balls.
His partner, Billy Godleman, made 38 not out in 36 balls.
England U-19 v Ireland U-19
Group D: England Under-19s v Ireland Under-19s at Kuala Lumpur
England Under-19s won by 10 wickets (with 205 balls remaining).
England Under-19s: 110/0 (15.5 overs)
Ireland Under-19s: 109 (31.2 overs)
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