The ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 will be the 16th edition of this youth tournament. It is an important event organised by the ICC for young cricketers under the age of 19.
The competition will take place from January 15 to February 6, 2026. Zimbabwe and Namibia will host all the matches together, giving young players a chance to perform on an international stage.
The tournament will begin with three exciting matches on the opening day. India will play their first game against the USA, Zimbabwe will start their campaign against Scotland, and Tanzania will face the West Indies in their opening match. Here are the official broadcasting partners for the ICC U19 World Cup 2026 with their respective countries or regions.
Live-Streaming In India
Star Sports Network will broadcast the ICC U-19 World Cup 2026 in India in many regional languages. Apart from this, JioHotstar will live-stream all matches online through its app and website for personal device users.
Live-Streaming In The United Kingdom & Ireland
Sky Sports will broadcast the ICC U19 World Cup live in the UK and Ireland. Fans will get HD telecasts, expert analysis, and full match coverage on TV, via its app, and through streaming services.
Live-Streaming In South Africa & Sub-Saharan Africa
SuperSport is the top sports broadcaster in Africa for the ICC U19 World Cup, broadcasting the matches live in high quality across South Africa and nearby regions.
Live-Streaming In The United States Of America
Willow TV is the leading cricket channel in the USA, streaming live ICC U19 World Cup matches, replays, and highlights.
Live-Streaming In Australia
Amazon Prime will live-stream the ICC U19 World Cup in Australia. It provides live coverage, match updates, expert analysis, and replays across its TV channels and digital platforms.
Live-Streaming In New Zealand
Sky TV NZ will broadcast all ICC U19 World Cup matches in New Zealand. It offers smooth live telecasts and online streaming, making it easy for fans to follow the tournament.
Live-Streaming In The Caribbean
ESPN Caribbean will broadcast the ICC U19 World Cup across the Caribbean. Viewers can watch live matches, highlights, and match reviews on cable TV and regional streaming services.
Live-Streaming In Pakistan
TEN Sports broadcasts the ICC U19 World Cup in Pakistan with live matches and local-language commentary. Fans also get previews, highlights, and analysis on TV and online platforms.
Live-Streaming In Sri Lanka
Maharaja TV will live-stream the ICC U19 World Cup live across Sri Lanka. With English and Sinhala commentary, the channel brings the tournament to homes throughout the country.
Middle East & North Africa
CricLife Max will broadcast ICC U19 World Cup matches in the UAE and the Middle East. Viewers get live coverage through satellite and fiber networks, along with on-demand options.
Live-Streaming For A Global Audience
ICC TV provides live coverage and highlights for fans in countries without official broadcasters. It ensures that cricket followers from any part of the world can watch matches online or through the ICC’s digital platforms.
ICC U19 World Cup 2026 Schedule
Here is the schedule for the ICC U19 World Cup 2026, which starts on January 15 with the match between the United States U19 and India U19.
| Date | Match Number | Match | Group | Venue | Local Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, January 15 | Match 1 | United States U19 vs India U19 | A | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo | 09:30 AM |
| Thursday, January 15 | Match 2 | Zimbabwe U19 vs Scotland U19 | B | Takashinga Sports Club, Harare | 09:30 AM |
| Thursday, January 15 | Match 3 | Tanzania U19 vs West Indies U19 | D | High Performance Oval, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Friday, January 16 | Match 4 | Pakistan U19 vs England U19 | B | Takashinga Sports Club, Harare | 09:30 AM |
| Friday, January 16 | Match 5 | Australia U19 vs Ireland U19 | C | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Friday, January 16 | Match6 | Afghanistan U19 vs South Africa U19 | D | High Performance Oval, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Saturday, January 17 | Match 7 | India U19 vs Bangladesh U19 | A | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo | 09:30 AM |
| Saturday, January 17 | Match 8 | Japan U19 vs Sri Lanka U19 | C | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Sunday, January 18 | Match 9 | New Zealand U19 vs United States U19 | A | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo | 09:30 AM |
| Sunday, January 18 | Match 10 | England U19 vs Zimbabwe U19 | B | Takashinga Sports Club, Harare | 09:30 AM |
| Sunday, January 18 | Match 11 | West Indies U19 vs Afghanistan U19 | D | High Performance Oval, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Monday, January 19 | Match 12 | Pakistan U19 vs Scotland U19 | B | Takashinga Sports Club, Harare | 09:30 AM |
| Monday, January 19 | Match 13 | Sri Lanka U19 vs Ireland U19 | C | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Monday, January 19 | Match 14 | South Africa U19 vs Tanzania U19 | D | High Performance Oval, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Tuesday, January 20 | Match 15 | Bangladesh U19 vs New Zealand U19 | A | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo | 09:30 AM |
| Tuesday, January 20 | Match 16 | Australia U19 vs Japan U19 | C | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Wednesday, January 21 | Match 17 | England U19 vs Scotland U19 | B | Takashinga Sports Club, Harare | 09:30 AM |
| Wednesday, January 21 | Match 18 | Afghanistan U19 vs Tanzania U19 | D | High Performance Oval, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Thursday, January 22 | Match 19 | Zimbabwe U19 vs Pakistan U19 | B | Takashinga Sports Club, Harare | 09:30 AM |
| Thursday, January 22 | Match 20 | Ireland U19 vs Japan U19 | C | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Thursday, January 22 | Match 21 | West Indies U19 vs South Africa U19 | D | High Performance Oval, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Friday, January 23 | Match 22 | Bangladesh U19 vs United States U19 | A | Takashinga Sports Club, Harare | 09:30 AM |
| Friday, January 23 | Match 23 | Sri Lanka U19 vs Australia U19 | C | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Saturday, January 24 | Match 24 | India U19 vs New Zealand U19 | A | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo | 09:30 AM |
| Saturday, January 24 | 1st Play-off | A4 vs D4 (1st Play-off) | – | High Performance Oval, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Sunday, January 25 | 1st Match | A1 vs D3 (Super Six Group 1) | – | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Sunday, January 25 | 2nd Match | D2 vs A3 (Super Six Group 1) | – | High Performance Oval, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Monday, January 26 | 2nd Play-off | B4 vs C4 (2nd Play-off) | – | Harare Sports Club, Harare | 09:30 AM |
| Monday, January 26 | 3rd Match | C1 vs B2 (Super Six Group 2) | – | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo | 09:30 AM |
| Monday, January 26 | 4th Match | D1 vs A2 (Super Six Group 1) | – | Namibia Cricket Ground, Windhoek | 09:30 AM |
| Tuesday, January 27 | 5th Match | C2 vs B3 (Super Six Group 2) | – | Harare Sports Club, Harare | 09:30 AM |
| Tuesday, January 27 | 6th Match | C3 vs B1 (Super Six Group 2) | – | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo | 09:30 AM |
| Wednesday, January 28 | 7th Match | A1 vs D2 (Super Six Group 1) | – | Harare Sports Club, Harare | 09:30 AM |
| Thursday, January 29 | 8th Match | D3 vs A2 (Super Six Group 1) | – | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo | 09:30 AM |
| Fri, January 30 | 9th Match | D1 vs A3 (Super Six Group 1) | – | Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla | 01:00 PM |
| Fri, January 30 | 10th Match | B3 vs C1 (Super Six Group 2) | – | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo | 09:30 AM |
| Saturday, January 31 | 11th Match | B2 vs C3 (Super Six Group 2) | – | Harare Sports Club, Harare | 09:30 AM |
| Sunday, February 1 | 12th Match | B1 vs C2 (Super Six Group 2) | – | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo | 09:30 AM |
| Tuesday, February 3 | 1st Semi-Final | AD1 vs BC2 | – | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo | 09:30 AM |
| Wednesday, February 4 | 2nd Semi-Final | BC1 vs AD2 | – | Harare Sports Club, Harare | 09:30 AM |
| Friday, February 6 | Final | TBD vs TBD | – | Harare Sports Club, Harare | 09:30 AM |
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Tips To Watch ICC U-19 World Cup 2026 Uninterrupted
Here are some tips to watch the ICC U-19 World Cup 2026 hassle-free:
- Choose an official broadcaster and subscribe or sign in before the match to avoid last-minute logins or payment hassles.
- Use a stable, high-speed internet connection (10 Mbps or higher recommended) to minimize buffering, lag, or reduced video quality during crucial match moments.
- Keep your streaming app or website updated to the latest version for the best performance, security, and access to enhanced features or multi-language commentary.
- Enable notifications for match start, highlight reels, or special broadcasts so you never miss the action or essential moments.
- Watch on a compatible device with enough battery and try connecting to a smart TV or casting for a better viewing experience.
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