India will take on USA in the opening match of the U19 Mens Cricket World Cup 2026. The tournament will be played from 15th January to 6th February of the next year in Zimbabwe and Namibia. The event features 16 teams across four groups and 41 matches.
India are in Group A with the USA, Bangladesh and New Zealand. Group B has Zimbabwe, Pakistan, England and Scotland, while Group C includes defending champions Australia, Ireland, Japan and Sri Lanka. Group D features Tanzania, the West Indies, Afghanistan and South Africa, with Tanzania making its debut. The top three teams from each group will reach the Super Six stage, leading to semifinals and a final with reserved days.
