ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026: Full Schedule, Venues, Teams & Updates

The ICC U19 World Cup 2026 is set to showcase the next generation of cricket talent, bringing together rising stars from around the world for an action-packed tournament. The last edition of the tournament, held in 2024, was won by Australia, who extended their dominance as one of the most successful teams in U19 World Cup history.

The next edition of the Under-19 World Cup is scheduled to start on January 15, 2026. The final of the tournament is scheduled on February 06, 2026. The matches will be played across Zimbabwe and Namibia. The event promises competitive matches, world-class venues, and exciting new talents ready to make their mark on international cricket.

As preparations for the 2026 edition have started, the fans can expect exciting, intense group-stage battles, and a thrilling knockout phase. With successful cricket teams and emerging nations competing on the same stage, the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2026 is shaping up to be a significant chapter in youth cricket and will give an equal chance to the future stars. In the article below, we will update you with the complete information on the ICC U19 World Cup 2026 schedule and ICC U19 World Cup 2026 squads.

ICC U19 World Cup 2026 Schedule

The first match of the tournament will be played between India and the USA in Bulawayo, one of the ICC U19 World Cup 2026 venues. Tanzania, which will be taking part in this tournament for the first time in this tournament, will also play its match for the first time. The final will be played on February 6, 2026, at Harare Sports Club, one of the most beautiful cricket stadiums in the world.

ICC U19 World Cup 2026 Squads

The ICC Under 19 World Cup 2026 squad list is not officially announced yet. We will update you as soon as the squads for this major tournament are out. But early speculation strongly favours Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Ayush Mhatre for selection. Mhatre is widely tipped to lead the team as captain, reflecting his proven leadership in recent U19 tours.

Suryavanshi is considered one of the one of the most dangerous batsmen in the world and has gained attention for his power-hitting skills with his bat. At a young age, he and has several records to his name, including a rapid U19 century. Ayush Mhatre himself became the youngest player to score 150+ runs in men's List A cricket and has shown exceptional maturity under pressure. Although the official squad is yet to come, many believe these two young talents will be central to India’s U19 strategy.