ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2026 - Discussion thread [From January 15 - February 06]

[Vikram1989]

Thankyou team india for saving humanity from noise pollution by Minnow Bangladesh and Pakistan fans.

They are mentally same country. Thats why they want easy free loader visas with out security checks

 

[sweep_shot]

India barely got away with a win despite BCCICC's backing and a supposedly larger domestic system. DLS helped too.

It shows India is declining in cricket. It was more like BD choking than India winning.

 

[nish_mate]

Losers crying and whining again...another day another whinge

 

[DeadlyVenom]

India barely got away with a win despite BCCICC's backing and a supposedly larger domestic system. DLS helped too.

It shows India is declining in cricket. It was more like BD choking than India winning.

Nah bro I don't think it is a choke. As soon as we saw the DLS we knew it would be difficult for BD.

We ( Pakistan and Bangladesh) are a bit behind in T20 cricket and fast paced LOI so when target goes above a run a ball our players will struggle, get bogged down and lose wickets. We gotta work on this. I am seeing some encouraging signs from Pakistanis but it is stop and start, Bangladesh are behind even Pakistan. Need to focus on developing players with more of a power game and more mentally flexible. India still always has edge in mental battles, their players can adapt well to situation and shift through gears.

 

[sweep_shot]

Japanese batter, Hugo Tani-Kelly became the first Japanese player to score a century at the U-19 WC. Well played.

This is Japan's 2nd appearance at the U-19 WC.

Tani-Kelly's gritty maiden century for Japan | U19 CWC 2026 | ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup, 2026 | ICC

www.icc-cricket.com

 

[Rajdeep]

LOL at Cricinfo.

BD are cruising but look at their headline.

They should change the name to CricIndia.

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Maybe cricinfo knew the true level of BD cricket all along. So much for cruising towards victory.

 

[Rajdeep]

Rain has stopped.

This guy was getting so happy

 

[Rajdeep]

Poor drainage or is BCCICC making sure India don't lose?

Are umpires in India's pocket? Just get those 3 overs in. Rain has stopped.

Does India have to cheat like this to avoid losing to Bangladesh?

So much fun reading these Mushfiqur Rahim style premature celebration posts in hindsight. Made my Saturday evening

 

[sweep_shot]

Japanese batter, Hugo Tani-Kelly became the first Japanese player to score a century at the U-19 WC. Well played.

This is Japan's 2nd appearance at the U-19 WC.

Tani-Kelly's gritty maiden century for Japan | U19 CWC 2026 | ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup, 2026 | ICC

www.icc-cricket.com

Game happened in Namibia (one of the co-hosts).

Namibia has a great and picturesque ground. High-scoring also.

Much better than sluggish Bulawayo. Poor drainage in Bulawayo.

 

[globetrotter]

Indian team tought lesson to arrogant bangla player and their cricket board

 

[Bhaijaan]

Order restored.

 

[Hellion]

In the squad overall 4.

Who are the other two?

 

[Hellion]

Declining India put rising Bangladesh to bed yet again.

 

[jeeteshssaxena]

It’s concerning that these games are running so close.

Is Bangladesh getting better or is our talent supply not good enough?

 

[CrIc_Mystique]

It’s concerning that these games are running so close.

Is Bangladesh getting better or is our talent supply not good enough?

Bangladesh pace attack is defo good. Fahad is defo class and that ball to get Vedant was fab (albeit i'd say Vedant played a walking shot, a nothing shot)...but he showed enough fire, bounce to display that a promotion to senior team is not far away.
What a terrific combo he will be with Nahid rana -both still young tall and all the right attributes.

for our guys- our pace bowling is between servicable to average to below avg just above poor. Unless our guys get the conditions right, we are not gonna roll sides over. Spinners the same.

Talent supply? - dont see any on the horizon...but my cousin who has some connection in the Chennai circles said

Pranav Raghvendran is an out and out quickie, dude was a sprinter and then changed to pace bowling. He is injured currently but is going to make a lot of heads turn.

For this match, rain was a big factor - Bangla boyz stuffed it big time trying for the glory shots on loop when they could have taken more singles rattling the indians and then when the target was low enough go for the tall timber, instead they opted for the spectacular - bangldesh have blown an absolute halwa.

I frankly don't see our guys going past the semis - even making the semis would be an achievement. We are not going to be given such gifts by other tougher teams, wont say impossible but chances of vihaan to take 4 wkts on his own again are not very high.

The only outlier is if Vaibhav fires in any of the matches super 6's onwards, he has the ability to take another team down on his own..

Basically Vaibhav + 10 others...bring on New Zealand!

 

[CrIc_Mystique]

Match Summary

India posted a competitive 238 despite a mid-innings wobble. Bangladesh was comfortably placed at 88/2 when rain interrupted play. Upon resumption with a shortened target of 165 in 29 overs, Bangladesh needed 75 runs from 70 balls. However, Vihaan Malhotra delivered a decisive 4-wicket burst, causing Bangladesh to collapse from 123/3 to 146 all out, handing India their second consecutive win in the tournament.

Off-field Incident

The match also saw a clarification from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) regarding a "no-handshake" episode at the toss, which the board described as a "momentary lapse in concentration" and "completely unintentional."

esteemed bro @Bhaag Viru Bhaag - Care to comment on the above clarification by your 2nd fav team's board ? you were pretty gung-ho with the whole hand shake thing

and also whilst at it - India won- in case you did'nt notice and handshakes were done by the boys of both teams after the match....how about something +ve, for a change?

 

[CrIc_Mystique]

Also this happened :

Here are the top youngest players to score a fifty in the U-19 World Cup:

1. Vaibhav Suryavanshi (India): 14 years, 296 days
2. Shahidullah Kamal (Afghanistan): 15 years, 19 days
3. Babar Azam (Pakistan): 15 years, 92 days
4. Perwez Malikzai (Afghanistan): 15 years, 125 days
5. Sharad Vesawkar (Nepal): 15 years, 132 days

Had no idea of this list and defo did not know about Babar Azam on this list either....

Fantastic achievement!

 

[Devadwal]

Order restored.

If India had lost the match, this thread would have been 10 pages long by now.

@The Bald Eagle , @BouncerGuy @DeadlyVenom would have started new thread about how pathetic are indian youngsters etc etc.

But after the normalcy restored, all things are going smoothly.

 

[BouncerGuy]

If India had lost the match, this thread would have been 10 pages long by now.

@The Bald Eagle , @BouncerGuy @DeadlyVenom would have started new thread about how pathetic are indian youngsters etc etc.

But after the normalcy restored, all things are going smoothly.

Funny how you only remember me when India wins. When they lose, you’re the first one crying louder than the stadium speakers. Don’t project your meltdown habits onto me—some of us actually watch cricket without writing 10‑page essays every time a youngster misses a shot.

 

[Bhaag Viru Bhaag]

If India had lost the match, this thread would have been 10 pages long by now.

@The Bald Eagle , @BouncerGuy @DeadlyVenom would have started new thread about how pathetic are indian youngsters etc etc.

But after the normalcy restored, all things are going smoothly.

If India had lost the match, you wouldn't have shown up. You ran away when Bangladesh was playing well, and came back as soon as they collapsed. And this is for an Under-19 match with no real significance.

 

[Devadwal]

Funny how you only remember me when India wins. When they lose, you’re the first one crying louder than the stadium speakers. Don’t project your meltdown habits onto me—some of us actually watch cricket without writing 10‑page essays every time a youngster misses a shot.

That's why I said when India win things are going smoothly, we are not celebrating it like we have won some important match , had this match won by Bangladesh PP would have go crazy about it.

This is the difference I'm talking about it.

#FarkHai

 

[Devadwal]

Losers crying and whining again...another day another whinge

This is normal day for them . Crying and whinning

 

[BouncerGuy]

The Event Technical Committee of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 has approved Aqil Khan Obaid as a replacement for Hafieezullah Zadran in the Afghanistan squad.

Obaid was named as a replacement after Zadran was ruled out due to a fracture to his left wrist, which he sustained during Afghanistan’s successful tournament opening match against South Africa. He has been pronounced unable to continue his participation in the remainder of the tournament.

The replacement of a player requires the approval of the Event Technical Committee before the replacement player can be officially added to the squad.

The Event Technical committee of the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 consists of Wasim Khan (Chair and ICC General Manager - Cricket), Sarah Edgar (ICC Senior Manager - Events), Hamilton Masakadza (Zimbabwe Cricket Tournament Director) and Tash Farrant (independent nominee).

 

[Bhaag Viru Bhaag]

That's why I said when India win things are going smoothly, we are not celebrating it like we have won some important match , had this match won by Bangladesh PP would have go crazy about it.

This is the difference I'm talking about it.

#FarkHai

And when things are not going smoothly even for 2 overs, you run away.

 

[BouncerGuy]

Mature Vaibhav praised after vital knock at U19 World Cup

He's still only 14, but already the big moments are stacking up in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's very young career.

After bursting onto the scene domestically, Vaibhav was a key contributor for India (72 off 67) as they edged past Bangladesh to maintain their unbeaten start at the ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup and take command of Group B.

India captain Ayush Mhatre hailed the professionalism on display from his star hitter, detailing how he was able to handle the high pressure moment with aplomb.

"(Sooryavanshi) showed the maturity that he's got and just batted really brilliant," said Mhatre.

"He showed patience also; the team needed him to stay there, so he stayed in.

"It was initially tough conditions because there was some stickiness in the wicket and the ball was coming a little bit (on the) slower side, back of the length, so there was some difficulty.

"But the way that (Abhigyan Kundu and Sooryavanshi) batted, and (later in) the innings, (Kanishk Chouhan) batted well."

India made 238 runs batting first, with three key contributions with the bat. And despite rain impacting Bangladesh's run chase, forcing the implementation of the DLS method and a revised target of 165 from 29 overs, India did enough to hold on for a 16-run victory. The Tigers were all out for 146 off 28.3 overs.

Kundu anchored India's batting innings with 80 off 112, perfectly complementing Vaibhav's more aggressive approach. The pair produced a 62-run stand for the fourth wicket to help lay strong foundations, while Chouhan's 28 off 26 helped with the finishing touches from their 50 overs.

"(Kundu) is batting really well in this tournament, and is in form also, so it's really nice for us that he's batting really brilliant and scoring some runs for our team," Mhatre continued.

"It really was a terrific victory from our boys ... it was really big.

"We just play our game, we're not thinking much (about that game yet), just (about) playing our cricket."

India can now rest up for the best part of a week, with their next contest scheduled for January 24 against New Zealand at Bulawayo.

ICC

 

[Devadwal]

LOL at Cricinfo.

BD are cruising but look at their headline.

They should change the name to CricIndia.

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Can you updates the result?

 

[BouncerGuy]

Today's games in the ICC U19 Men's World Cup 2026:


New Zealand U19 vs United States of America U19, 9th Match, Group A

New Zealand U19 have won the toss and have opted to field


West Indies U19 vs Afghanistan U19, 11th Match, Group D

Afghanistan U19 have won the toss and have opted to bat


England U19 vs Zimbabwe U19, 10th Match, Group B

No update yet

 

[Human786]

AFGO19 are 62/0 in 13 against WIU19 .

 

[Devadwal]

So from four team's , three will he qualified for super -6 . That is absolutely brainless.

Top 2 team from each group's should have been qualified for next round.

 

[Human786]

AFGO19 are 62/0 in 13 against WIU19 .

AFG 82/0 IN 16 .

 

[Human786]

AFGO19 81/2 IN 19 .

 

[Human786]

AFGO19 204/4 in 44.4

 

[DeadlyVenom]

If India had lost the match, this thread would have been 10 pages long by now.

@The Bald Eagle , @BouncerGuy @DeadlyVenom would have started new thread about how pathetic are indian youngsters etc etc.

But after the normalcy restored, all things are going smoothly.

Sorry but I have never made any post skating Indian youngster or even female team.

You are getting carried away with your relentless criticism of me.

This was a good match and credit to the players from both teams.

 

[Devadwal]

Need to keep an eye on Indians they may try some tricks

Pitch seems to have eased a bit? Or Indian bowlers not as good as Bangladesh?

These were your comments when Bangladesh was in good position. Pakistani/ Bangladeshi always celebrate top early.

 

[DeadlyVenom]

These were your comments when Bangladesh was in good position. Pakistani/ Bangladeshi always celebrate top early.

Where is the celebration it is commentary on the game lol

You missed the comments praising Indian players.

Typical Indian fake news factory.

 

[Devadwal]

Where is the celebration it is commentary on the game lol

You missed the comments praising Indian players.

Typical Indian fake news factory.

Ahh I can clearly see what was your meaning but after Bangladesh defeat you're humbled.

 

[jnaveen1980]

So from four team's , three will he qualified for super -6 . That is absolutely brainless.

Top 2 team from each group's should have been qualified for next round.

no. You carry points. That will impact them.

 

[Nikhil_cric]

Clutch knock by Jason Rowles against Afghans with zero support from any other batsman. Also , bowled a tidy 10 over spell with the ball. Only 17 years old too

@RedwoodOriginal

Another massive knock by this 17 yo kid.
Looks a cut above all the other Saffers for sure and most batsmen in this tournament.

 

[Human786]

SAU19 397/5 with hirsute teenage skipper Bulbulia & Rowles both scoring centuries ....

 

[Muhammad Saad]

What a nice name Bubulia.

 

[The Bald Eagle]

Updated Points table

 

[Omer2002]

how does the super 6 work so is it three teams from each group going into two groups and what about the points do they carry that over etc

 

[Bhaag Viru Bhaag]

SAU19 397/5 with hirsute teenage skipper Bulbulia & Rowles both scoring centuries ....

Bulbulia?

 

[Muhammad Saad]

Bulbulia?

Hhh could become a next saf sensation

 

[Muhammad Saad]

But nothing beats Zimbabwean Gwandu.

 

[Bhaag Viru Bhaag]

But nothing beats Zimbabwean Gwandu.

There are many here who deserve this name. Am I right? @Devadwal

 

[sweep_shot]

Updated Points table
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BD-NZ, West Indies-South Africa, and PAK-ZIM are effectively knockout games.

 

[Omer2002]

How

BD-NZ, West Indies-South Africa, and PAK-ZIM are effectively knockout games.

Are they knock put qhen top 3 go thru

 

[sweep_shot]

How

Are they knock put qhen top 3 go thru

Oops!

You are right. Top 3 go through because they introduced a Super Six round.

This is farcical. How come 3 out of 4 go through? LOL.

They should go back to past format.

 

[shamaan]

BD-NZ, West Indies-South Africa, and PAK-ZIM are effectively knockout games.

No it's not knockout game Scotland need to beat England.

 

[shamaan]

Oops!

You are right. Top 3 go through because they introduced a Super Six round.

This is farcical. How come 3 out of 4 go through? LOL.

They should go back to past format.

It keeps the lower teams still in the mix

 

[sweep_shot]

It keeps the lower teams still in the mix

I think it was done so that india did not miss out.

Indian U-19 team have been average for a while.

 

[RedwoodOriginal]

Clutch knock by Jason Rowles against Afghans with zero support from any other batsman. Also , bowled a tidy 10 over spell with the ball. Only 17 years old too

@RedwoodOriginal

Bashed Tanzanian minnows too. Having a good tournament so far

 

[Hellion]

I think it was done so that india did not miss out.

Indian U-19 team have been average for a while.

India has already qualified. It's for the likes of Bangladesh who always need a leg up even at this level.

 

[Human786]

Bulbulia?

yeah

 

[Human786]

NZU19 51-1(10) ... BD boys unable to pick wickets . Raining atm .

 

[Devadwal]

I think it was done so that india did not miss out.

Indian U-19 team have been average for a while.

India is first team to qualified for super -6.

It's for Minnow Pakistan and Bangladesh because they're likely to not finish in top 2

 

[DeadlyVenom]

I think it was done so that india did not miss out.

Indian U-19 team have been average for a while.

To be honest the Indian "U19s" have done well balancing their cricket, with raising their kids and doing their postgraduate education.

 

[Muhammad Saad]

To be honest the Indian "U19s" have done well balancing their cricket, with raising their kids and doing their postgraduate education.

So they are raising their kids while playing U19 cricket and also doing post graduation at the same time? WoW very good accomplishment.

 

[Human786]

JAP19 180/6 in 45 vs Aus19 ... amazing !

 

[CrIc_Mystique]

NZU19 51-1(10) ... BD boys unable to pick wickets . Raining atm .

so what happens if match is washed out? both get a point each but the higher NRR goes to the super sixes?

This tournament is bang in the middle of the southern hemisphere's summer and zimbabwee gets a lot of rain this time of the year as per google

 

[Devadwal]

The weather conditions are extremely poor. Both New Zealand Under-19 matches have been abandoned due to rain.

 

[The Bald Eagle]

Australia left-hand batter Will Malajczuk reached his century at the 13.5-over mark, racing to the landmark in just 51 deliveries, slamming the fastest-ever ton in ICC Men's Under-19 Cricket World Cup history

Malajcuk was eventually dismissed on 102 off 55 in a blistering display of power hitting in the chase of 202 against Japan.

His aggressive innings put the defending champions firmly in control after in the Group A clash at Namibia Cricket Ground.

Malajczuk’s stellar knock included a flurry of 12 boundaries and five towering sixes, as he capitalised on scoring opportunities from the get-go at a strike rate of 185.45.

Partnering with Nitesh Samuel at the top, the pair laid an unassailable foundation, cutting through Japan’s bowling attack with bold intent as they racked up 135 runs in just 15.3 overs before Malajczuk fell after trying to take the aerial route once again.

Earlier in the game, Japan posted 201/8, following a knock of resilience from Hugo Tani-Kelly, who made an unbeaten 79 off 135.

ICC

 

[Human786]

Australia left-hand batter Will Malajczuk reached his century at the 13.5-over mark, racing to the landmark in just 51 deliveries, slamming the fastest-ever ton in ICC Men's Under-19 Cricket World Cup history

Malajcuk was eventually dismissed on 102 off 55 in a blistering display of power hitting in the chase of 202 against Japan.

His aggressive innings put the defending champions firmly in control after in the Group A clash at Namibia Cricket Ground.

Malajczuk’s stellar knock included a flurry of 12 boundaries and five towering sixes, as he capitalised on scoring opportunities from the get-go at a strike rate of 185.45.

Partnering with Nitesh Samuel at the top, the pair laid an unassailable foundation, cutting through Japan’s bowling attack with bold intent as they racked up 135 runs in just 15.3 overs before Malajczuk fell after trying to take the aerial route once again.

Earlier in the game, Japan posted 201/8, following a knock of resilience from Hugo Tani-Kelly, who made an unbeaten 79 off 135.

ICC

TBE , no WPL 2026 thread ?

 

[The Bald Eagle]

TBE , no WPL 2026 thread ?

No brother, not much interest

 

[Human786]

No brother, not much interest

What a shame , so many talented pretty ladies & some very thrilling matches so far .

 

[Devadwal]

What a shame , so many talented pretty ladies & some very thrilling matches so far .

There is WPL thread here .

H

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[The Bald Eagle]

New Zealand vs Bangladesh U19 match called off due to rain
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[BouncerGuy]

Group C and D standings:

 

[Human786]

ENG19 180/1 in 22 versus SCO19 ... badi bedardi se maar rahey hain !

 

[Human786]

ENG19 180/1 in 22 versus SCO19 ... badi bedardi se maar rahey hain !

ENG19 236/2 in 31 ... looking at those clouds , they should consider declaring around 40 over mark & getting 20 overs in !

 

[Fast bowler6929]

Pakistani u-19 batsmen should learn england u-19.
Pakistani u-19 batsmen were struggling so badly against scotland and here England is just decimating them.