The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a 15-member squad for the ICC Men's U19 World Cup 2026. Ayush Mhatre will captain the team, with Vihaan Malhotra as vice-captain. Notable inclusion is 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, recognized for his performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. The squad also features two wicketkeepers, Abhigyan Kundu and Harvansh Singh. This follows India's runner-up finish in the U19 Asia Cup 2025.