Malayali all-rounder John James made a memorable first appearance in the Under-19 World Cup for Australia.
(Read more about John James here)

The 18-year-old began Australia's wicket hunt in the event by dismissing Ireland opener James West in the 10th over. James delivered the breakthrough in his third ball and finished with 1/33 from 6 overs.

Australia restricted Ireland to 235/7 with Charles Lachmund bagging 3/41. James, who is a handy middle-order batter, was not required to display his all-round skills as the chase was effortless. Steven Hogan scored 115 and Nitesh Samuel remained unbeaten on 77 in an eight-wicket win with 62 balls to spare.

James is an 18-year-old born to Wayanad native Jomesh John and Punalur native Smitha Thomas. He was born in Kharagpur, West Bengal and raised in Sydney.

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The Indian team features two Malayalis, Mohamed Enaan from Thrissur and Hyderabad-Malayali Aaron George. Australia next play Japan on January 20 and India take on Bangladesh on January 17.

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