ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2026 Begins in Zimbabwe and Namibia

The 16th ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup begins on January 15, 2026, hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia across five venues in Harare, Bulawayo, and Windhoek. India, led by Ayush Mhatre, opens against the USA in Group B. Senior Indian players like Shubman Gill and Arshdeep Singh have extended support, emphasizing the tournament as a key platform for emerging talent. Zimbabwe hosts all knockout matches, including the final, while Namibia hosts group-stage games.