The anticipation for the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2024 is building up as South Africa prepares to host the prestigious tournament from January 19 to February 11. Spread across five venues, this 50-over cricket extravaganza will witness the participation of sixteen teams competing in a total of 41 matches.
The participating teams have been divided into four groups for the group stages, followed by a Super Six stage that will determine the semifinalists and eventual finalists. The action-packed tournament promises to showcase the budding talent from around the globe.
Group Stage Lineup:
Group A:
- India (Defending Champion)
- Bangladesh (2020 Winner)
- Ireland
- USA
Group B:
- England
- South Africa (Host)
- West Indies
- Scotland
Group C:
- Australia
- Sri Lanka
- Zimbabwe
- Namibia
Group D:
- Afghanistan
- Pakistan
- New Zealand
- Nepal
Schedule:
Group Stage:
The tournament kicks off on January 19 with Ireland facing USA at Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein, and South Africa taking on West Indies at JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom.
Super Six Stage:
Following the group stage, the Super Six stage commences, with the top three teams from each group advancing to compete for a spot in the semifinals.
Semifinals and Final:
The knockout stage will unfold at Willowmoore Park, Benoni, starting with the semifinals on February 6 and 8. The grand finale is scheduled for February 11, where the two best teams will battle it out for the coveted title.
Key Matchups in the Opening Fixtures:
- January 20: Bangladesh vs India (Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein)
- January 23: South Africa vs England (JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom)
- January 28: India vs USA (Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein)
- January 30: A1 vs D2 (Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein)
- February 1: A4 vs D4 (Willowmoore Park, Benoni)
ICC U19 Cricket World Cup Schedules/Fixtures Nepal Time
Here is the full schedule of the ICC U-19 World Cup 2024:
| Date | Fixture | Venue |
| January 19 | Ireland vs USA | Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein |
| January 19 | South Africa vs West Indies | JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom |
| January 20 | Bangladesh vs India | Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein |
| January 20 | Scotland vs England | JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom |
| January 20 | Pakistan vs Afghanistan | Buffalo Park, East London |
| January 21 | Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe | Kimberley Oval, Kimberley |
| January 21 | New Zealand vs Nepal | Buffalo Park, East London |
| January 22 | Bangladesh vs Ireland | Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein |
| January 22 | Australia vs Namibia | Kimberley Oval, Kimberley |
| January 23 | South Africa vs England | JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom |
| January 23 | New Zealand vs Afghanistan | Buffalo Park, East London |
| January 24 | Sri Lanka vs Namibia | Kimberley Oval, Kimberley |
| January 24 | West Indies vs Scotland | JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom |
| January 24 | Nepal vs Pakistan | Buffalo Park, East London |
| January 25 | India vs Ireland | Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein |
| January 25 | Zimbabwe vs Australia | Kimberley Oval, Kimberley |
| January 26 | USA vs Bangladesh | Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein |
| January 26 | England vs West Indies | JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom |
| January 26 | Afghanistan vs Nepal | Buffalo Park, East London |
| January 27 | Zimbabwe vs Namibia | Kimberley Oval, Kimberley |
| January 27 | South Africa vs Scotland | JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom |
| January 27 | Pakistan vs New Zealand | Buffalo Park, East London |
| January 28 | India vs USA | Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein |
| January 28 | Australia vs Sri Lanka | Kimberley Oval, Kimberley |
| January 30 | A1 vs D2 | Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein |
| January 30 | C2 vs B3 | Kimberley Oval, Kimberley |
| January 30 | D1 vs A3 | JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom |
| January 31 | A4 vs D4 | Willowmoore Park, Benoni |
| January 31 | D3 vs A2 | Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein |
| January 31 | C1 vs B2 | Kimberley Oval, Kimberley |
| January 31 | C3 vs B1 | JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom |
| February 1 | B4 vs C4 | Willowmoore Park, Benoni |
| February 2 | A1 vs D3 | Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein |
| February 2 | B3 vs C1 | Kimberley Oval, Kimberley |
| February 2 | B1 vs C2 | JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom |
| February 3 | D1 vs A2 | Willowmoore Park, Benoni |
| February 3 | D2 vs A3 | Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein |
| February 3 | B2 vs C3 | JB Marks Oval, Potchefstroom |
| February 6 | SF 1 – AD1 vs BC2 | Willowmoore Park, Benoni |
| February 8 | SF 2 – BC1 vs AD2 | Willowmoore Park, Benoni |
| February 11 | Final | Willowmoore Park, Benoni |
Cricket enthusiasts worldwide are gearing up for a thrilling display of talent and competition as the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2024 unfolds in South Africa. Stay tuned for updates, highlights, and the crowning of the next generation of cricket stars.
