ICC Women's U19 T20 World Cup 2027: Schedule Out, India's Opening Clash Set!
Bangladesh and Nepal to co-host the ICC Women's U19 T20 World Cup 2027. Check out the groups, venues, and India's opening match details.
The stage is set for the next generation of cricket stars as the International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially unveiled the schedule for the ICC Women's U19 T20 World Cup 2027. In a thrilling cross-border collaboration, Bangladesh and Nepal will co-host the third edition of this prestigious tournament, which is slated to begin on January 21.
Tournament Format and Venues
A total of 16 teams will battle for global supremacy in a tournament featuring 41 high-octane matches. The competition will be spread across four key venues in the two host nations:
- Chattogram: Bir Shrestha Shahid Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Cricket Stadium (BSSFLMRCS)
- Sylhet: Sylhet International Cricket Stadium (SICS)
- Kathmandu: TU International Cricket Stadium
- Kathmandu: Upper Mulpani International Cricket Ground
The Group Stage Breakdown
The 16 competing nations have been divided into four groups of four teams each. Here is how the battle lines are drawn:
- Group A: India, Ireland, West Indies, Nepal
- Group B: South Africa, New Zealand, Pakistan, Samoa
- Group C: Australia, Bangladesh, Nigeria, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- Group D: England, Sri Lanka, United States of America (USA), Scotland
Key Fixtures to Watch
The tournament kicks off with a bang on the opening day, featuring eight teams across four matches. One of the highlight games will see co-hosts Bangladesh facing off against the UAE.
The other co-host, Nepal, will start their journey a day later, taking on Ireland. Meanwhile, all eyes will be on the defending champions, India, who are scheduled to begin their title defense against the West Indies on January 22.
The Road to the Trophy
The group stage will conclude on January 26. From there, the competition intensifies as the top qualifying teams move into the Super Six stage. These teams will be split into two groups, with the top two from each group earning a ticket to the semi-finals.
The semi-finals are locked for February 4 at the Bir Shrestha Shahid Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Cricket Stadium, with February 5 kept as a reserve day. The grand finale will take place on February 6 at 13h30 local time, with February 7 serving as the reserve day for the final.
A Vision for Growth
ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta highlighted the significance of the event, noting that the tournament is a vital platform for the development of women's cricket. He emphasized that it allows young athletes to experience the highest level of competition in their age group on a global stage.
"By bringing 16 teams together in Bangladesh and Nepal, this tournament will showcase the growing depth of talent in women’s cricket and create opportunities for players from established and emerging cricketing nations to develop through international competition," Gupta stated.
The ICC believes such events are crucial for expanding the reach of cricket to new audiences and building a more robust global game.