ICC Under 19 World Cup 2024: Excitement is buzzing in the cricket world as the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2024 kicks off in sunny South Africa. Sixteen nations with talented and passionate young players are ready to compete. Everyone on the field dreams of winning the trophy and making a mark in cricket.
This Under-19 World Cup is expected to be a special event. The beautiful South African grounds, filled with sunshine and cheering fans, will be the perfect setting for these aspiring champions to show their skills. With every boundary hit, every wicket taken, and every impressive catch, the tournament will reveal new stars who will soon shine in senior-level cricket.
ICC Under 19 World Cup 2024 Schedule
A big cricket tournament, the 2024 ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup, is happening in South Africa from January 19 to February 11, 2024. It’s the fifteenth time they’re doing this for young cricketers under 19.
India is the current champion, but the host country changed from Sri Lanka to South Africa because the International Cricket Council (ICC) suspended the Sri Lanka Cricket Board.
January 19:
Ireland vs USA at Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein
South Africa vs West Indies at JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom
January 20:
Bangladesh vs India at Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein
Scotland vs England at JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom
Pakistan vs Afghanistan at Buffalo Park, East London
January 21:
Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe at Kimberley Oval, Kimberley
January 22:
Bangladesh vs Ireland at Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein
Australia vs Namibia at Kimberley Oval, Kimberley
January 23:
South Africa vs England at JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom
New Zealand vs Afghanistan at Buffalo Park, East London
January 24:
Sri Lanka vs Namibia at Kimberley Oval, Kimberley
West Indies vs Scotland at JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom
Nepal vs Pakistan at Buffalo Park, East London
January 25:
India vs Ireland at Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein
Zimbabwe vs Australia at Kimberley Oval, Kimberley
January 26:
USA vs Bangladesh at Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein
England vs West Indies at JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom
Afghanistan vs Nepal at Buffalo Park, East London
January 27:
Zimbabwe vs Namibia at Kimberley Oval, Kimberley
South Africa vs Scotland at JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom
Pakistan vs New Zealand at Buffalo Park, East London
January 28:
India vs USA at Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein
Australia vs Sri Lanka at Kimberley Oval, Kimberley
January 30:
A1 vs D2 at Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein
C2 vs B3 at Kimberley Oval, Kimberley
D1 vs A3 at JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom
January 31:
A4 vs D4 at Willowmoore Park, Benoni
D3 vs A2 at Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein
C1 vs B2 at Kimberley Oval, Kimberley
C3 vs B1 at JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom
February 1:
B4 vs C4 at Willowmoore Park, Benoni
February 2:
A1 vs D3 at Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein
B3 vs C1 at Kimberley Oval, Kimberley
B1 vs C2 at JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom
February 3:
D1 vs A2 at Willowmoore Park, Benoni
D2 vs A3 at Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein
B2 vs C3 at JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom
February 6:
SF 1 – AD1 vs BC2 at Willowmoore Park, Benoni
February 8:
SF 2 – BC1 vs AD2 at Willowmoore Park, Benoni
February 11:
Final at Willowmoore Park, Benoni
Under 19 World Cup 2024 Venue
The ICC Under-19 World Cup 2024 is taking place across five picturesque venues in South Africa:
Group Stage:
- Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein: Hosting Group A matches featuring India, Bangladesh, Ireland, and USA.
- JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom: Hosting Group B matches featuring West Indies, South Africa, England, and Scotland.
- Diamond Oval, Kimberley: Hosting Group C matches featuring Australia, Namibia, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe.
- Willowmoore Park, Benoni: Hosting Group D matches featuring New Zealand, Nepal, Afghanistan, and Pakistan.
Super Six and Knock-out Stages:
- Willowmoore Park, Benoni: This beautiful stadium in Benoni will witness the excitement of the Super Six games, Semi-Finals, and the Championship Final on February 11th.
| Venue: | Host City: | Group: |
|---|---|---|
| Mangaung Oval | Bloemfontein | A |
| JB Marks Oval | Potchefstroom | B |
| Diamond Oval | Kimberley | C |
| Willowmoore Park | Benoni | D (Super Six & Knock-out Stages) |
ICC U-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2024 Groups
The best four teams from the Super Six stage will move on to the semifinals. They will then compete for a chance to play in the championship match. Here are the groups:
Group A:
- India
- Bangladesh
- Ireland
- USA
Group B:
- England
- Scotland
- South Africa
- West Indies
Group C:
- Australia
- Namibia
- Sri Lanka
- Zimbabwe
Group D:
- Afghanistan
- Nepal
- New Zealand
- Pakistan
Under 19 World Cup 2024 Stadium
In 2024, South Africa will organize the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup. There will be 16 teams split into four groups. The tournament will take place in five different locations:
- Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein: This venue will host Group A matches, involving teams from America, Ireland, Bangladesh, and India.
- JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom: Teams from the West Indies, South Africa, England, and Scotland will play their matches in Group B at this location.
- Diamond Oval, Kimberley: Group C matches will take place here, featuring teams from Australia, Namibia, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe.
- Willowmoore Park, Benoni: The final match is scheduled for February 11, with the semi-finals on February 6 and 8. This venue will host these important games.
- Buffalo Park, East London: Group D matches, including teams from Pakistan, Afghanistan, Nepal, and New Zealand, will be held at this location.
ICC Under 19 World Cup 2024 Host
While Sri Lanka was initially designated as the host for the ICC Under 19 World Cup 2024, unforeseen circumstances led to a change in venue. Therefore, the host for the ICC Under 19 World Cup 2024 is South Africa.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) suspended the Sri Lanka Cricket Board in May 2023, prompting the search for a new host nation. South Africa quickly stepped in to take over the hosting duties, ensuring the tournament could proceed as planned.
So, while Sri Lanka might have been the original host, South Africa is currently playing a fantastic role in welcoming the talented young cricketers from around the globe and providing them with a platform to showcase their skills.
ICC Under 19 World Cup 2024 India Squad
Here’s the 15-member squad for the Indian team in the ongoing ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2024:
Batsmen:
- Uday Saharan (c): Top-order batter from Punjab, captained India in the U19 Asia Cup, known for his aggressive batting style.
- Adarsh Singh: Opening batsman from Delhi, known for his solid technique and consistent run-scoring.
- Aravelly Avanish (wk): Wicketkeeper-batsman from Karnataka, considered a talented all-rounder with good skills behind the stumps.
- Sachin Dhas: Middle-order batsman from Tamil Nadu, known for his ability to rotate the strike and build partnerships.
- Innesh Mahajan (wk): Wicketkeeper-batsman from Haryana, another promising all-rounder with good batting and keeping skills.
- Priyanshu Moliya: Middle-order batsman from Jammu and Kashmir, the only player in the squad with first-class experience.
- Rudra Patel: Top-order batsman from Rajasthan, a talented youngster with a bright future.
Bowlers:
- Murugan Abhishek: Right-arm off-spinner from Tamil Nadu, known for his accuracy and control.
- Dhanush Gowda: Right-arm medium-fast bowler from Karnataka, considered a wicket-taking option with good pace.
- Raj Limbani: Left-arm medium bowler from Gujarat, known for his swing bowling and ability to create trouble for batsmen.
- Saumy Pandey: Slow left-arm orthodox bowler from Uttar Pradesh, considered a skillful spinner with good variations.
- Aaradhya Shukla: Right-arm medium-fast bowler from Madhya Pradesh, another promising young pacer with good potential.
- Naman Tiwari: Left-arm medium-fast bowler from Delhi, known for his ability to bowl long spells and control the run rate.
This squad seems like a good mix of experienced players and talented youngsters, and they are definitely one of the contenders for the title. Let’s hope they have a successful campaign in the tournament!
ICC Under 19 World Cup 2024 Live Telecast in India
The ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2024 is currently underway in South Africa, and cricket fans in India can catch all the action live on various channels and platforms. Here’s a breakdown of the live telecast options:
Television Channels:
- Star Sports Network: All matches of the tournament, including India’s matches, will be telecasted live on the Star Sports Network channels, specifically:
- Star Sports 1
- Star Sports 2
- Star Sports Select 1
- Star Sports Select 2
- Star Sports HD 1
- Star Sports HD 2
Streaming Platforms:
- Disney+ Hotstar: All matches of the tournament, including India’s matches, will be available to stream live and on-demand on the Disney+ Hotstar app and website. This is a great option for those who prefer watching on their mobile devices or computers.
Additional Details:
- All matches will be telecasted with Hindi and English commentary.
- Star Sports might telecast some matches, especially non-India matches, on their regional channels like Star Sports Tamil, Star Sports Telugu, etc.
- You can check the TV schedule and live streaming timings for specific matches on the Star Sports website or the Disney+ Hotstar app.
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