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ICC U-19 World Cup 2026 Schedule: The schedule for the ICC Men's U-19 World Cup 2026 has been announced, with India scheduled to open their campaign against the USA. The tournament will be played in Zimbabwe and Namibia from January 15 to February 6.

The competition will have a total of 16 teams divided into groups of four in the first stage, with a total of 41 matches to be played over 23 days. Apart from the India vs USA match, the opening day will also witness the Zimbabwe vs Scotland clash, and a landmark appearance for Tanzania, who will play their first-ever match at a global ICC event against the West Indies.

Reigning champions Australia begin their title defence on January 16, taking on Ireland in Windhoek. The matches of the tournament will be played across five grounds split between the two host nations, including Harare Sports Club, Takashinga and Queens Sports Club in Zimbabwe, and the Namibia Cricket Ground and HP Oval in Windhoek.

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India are placed in Group A alongside the USA, Bangladesh and New Zealand. Group B will have Zimbabwe, Pakistan, England and Scotland, whereas Group C will have defending champions Australia, Ireland, Japan and Sri Lanka. On the other hand, the fourth and final Group D consists of Tanzania, the West Indies, Afghanistan and South Africa.

ICC U-19 World Cup 2026 Full Schedule

Each of India's matches will be played at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. The top three teams from the first round will progress through to the Super Six stage, with these teams forming two groups of six each.

ICC Men's U-19 World Cup 2026 Groups

Group A: India, Bangladesh, USA, New Zealand

Group B: Zimbabwe, Pakistan, England, Scotland

Group C: Australia, Ireland, Japan, Sri Lanka

Group D: Tanzania, West Indies, Afghanistan, South Africa

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ICC U-19 World Cup 2026 Venues

Queens Sports Club

Takashinga Sports Club

HP Oval Namibia

Namibia Cricket Ground

Harare Sports Club


ICC U-19 World Cup 2026 Timings

All matches of the U19 Cricket World Cup are scheduled to start at 9:30 AM local time, which converts to 1:00 PM Indian Standard Time (IST).

Speaking about the tournament, ICC chairman Jay Shah said: "The ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup has long been the cradle of greatness, a tournament that reveals not just the next generation of cricketers, but the next generation of icons. From Brian Lara and Sanath Jayasuriya to Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson, Steve Smith and Shubman Gill, the event has consistently shaped the future of our sport.

"As we look ahead to the 2026 edition in Zimbabwe and Namibia, we are excited to provide young cricketers with a world-class platform that mirrors the standards and pressures of senior international cricket. This tournament is where dreams are ignited, rivalries are born, and the global cricketing landscape begins to take its next form.

"We are especially pleased to welcome Tanzania as they make their debut and join a truly global field of teams. I extend my warmest wishes to all participating squads as they embark on this remarkable journey, representing their countries with pride and promise."

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