The ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup is underway and runs until 6 February 2026. The tournament features 16 teams competing in a 50-over format, co-hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia. With group matches in progress and top sides aiming for the Super Six stage, fans are witnessing high-intensity clashes and the emergence of cricket’s next generation of stars.
The tournament features four groups competing in a round-robin format, with the top three teams from each group advancing to the Super Six stage and carrying forward key points toward the semifinals and final.
The points table includes matches played, points, and Net Run Rate (NRR), allowing precise tracking of standings, qualification scenarios, and momentum shifts throughout the competition.
ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 – Group-Wise Points Table
The table presents the group-stage points standings for the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026, listing each team’s matches played, wins, losses, no results, and points tally. It offers a structured overview of rankings as teams vie for Super Six qualification across all four groups.
Super Six Group 1 (A, D)
| Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUSU19 (Q) | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 8 | +1.950 |
| AFGU19 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +1.020 |
| SLU19 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -0.180 |
| WIU19 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | -0.421 |
| RSAU19 (E) | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | -1.116 |
| IREU19 (E) | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | -1.344 |
Super Six Group 2 (B, C)
| Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INDU19 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +3.337 |
| ENGU19 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +1.989 |
| PAKU19 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +1.484 |
| BANU19 (E) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | -2.092 |
| NZU19 (E) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | -5.144 |
| ZIMU19 (E) | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | -3.416 |
Group A
| Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia U19 (Q) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +2.929 |
| Sri Lanka U19 (Q) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +1.113 |
| Ireland U19 (Q) | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | -1.005 |
| Japan U19 (P) | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | -2.408 |
Group B
| Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India U19 (Q) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +2.976 |
| Bangladesh U19 (Q) | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | +0.327 |
| New Zealand U19 (Q) | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | -6.143 |
| USA U19 (P) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | -1.720 |
Group C
| Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG U19 (Q) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +2.876 |
| PAK U19 (Q) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +0.642 |
| ZIM U19 (Q) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | -2.916 |
| SCO U19 (P) | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | -2.986 |
Group D
| Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AFG U19 (Q) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +2.487 |
| WI U19 (Q) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +0.230 |
| RSA U19 (Q) | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 2 | +1.640 |
| TAN U19 (P) | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | -5.446 |
The points table is updated regularly to reflect the latest match results, points totals, and Net Run Rate changes throughout the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026.
ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 Match Schedule & Results
Check all completed match results and upcoming match schedule here.
Group Stage (Jan 15–24, 2026)
| Date | Match | Group | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 15 | USA U19 vs India U19 | Group B | Bulawayo | India U19 won by 6 wkts (DLS) |
| Jan 15 | Zimbabwe U19 vs Scotland U19 | Group C | Harare | Match abandoned |
| Jan 15 | Tanzania U19 vs West Indies U19 | Group D | Windhoek | West Indies U19 won by 5 wkts |
| Jan 16 | England U19 vs Pakistan U19 | Group C | Harare | England U19 won by 37 runs |
| Jan 16 | Ireland U19 vs Australia U19 | Group A | Windhoek | Australia U19 won by 8 wkts |
| Jan 16 | Afghanistan U19 vs South Africa U19 | Group D | Windhoek | Afghanistan U19 won by 28 runs |
| Jan 17 | India U19 vs Bangladesh U19 | Group B | Bulawayo | India U19 won by 18 runs (DLS) |
| Jan 17 | Sri Lanka U19 vs Japan U19 | Group A | Windhoek | Sri Lanka U19 won by 203 runs |
| Jan 18 | Afghanistan U19 vs West Indies U19 | Group D | Windhoek | Afghanistan U19 won by 138 runs |
| Jan 18 | Zimbabwe U19 vs England U19 | Group C | Harare | England U19 won by 8 wkts |
| Jan 18 | USA U19 vs New Zealand U19 | Group B | Bulawayo | No result (rain) |
| Jan 19 | Scotland U19 vs Pakistan U19 | Group C | Harare | Pakistan U19 won by 6 wkts |
| Jan 19 | Sri Lanka U19 vs Ireland U19 | Group A | Windhoek | Sri Lanka U19 won by 106 runs |
| Jan 19 | South Africa U19 vs Tanzania U19 | Group D | Windhoek | South Africa U19 won by 329 runs |
| Jan 20 | New Zealand U19 vs Bangladesh U19 | Group B | Bulawayo | No result (rain) |
| Jan 20 | Japan U19 vs Australia U19 | Group A | Windhoek | Australia U19 won by 8 wkts |
| Jan 21 | England U19 vs Scotland U19 | Group C | Harare | England U19 won by 252 runs |
| Jan 21 | Tanzania U19 vs Afghanistan U19 | Group D | Windhoek | Afghanistan U19 won by 9 wkts |
| Jan 22 | West Indies U19 vs South Africa U19 | Group D | Windhoek | West Indies U19 won by 55 runs |
| Jan 22 | Japan U19 vs Ireland U19 | Group A | Windhoek | Ireland U19 won by 4 wkts |
| Jan 22 | Zimbabwe U19 vs Pakistan U19 | Group C | Harare | Pakistan U19 won by 8 wkts |
| Jan 23 | USA U19 vs Bangladesh U19 | Group B | Harare | Bangladesh U19 won by 7 wkts |
| Jan 23 | Sri Lanka U19 vs Australia U19 | Group A | Windhoek | Australia U19 won by 9 wkts |
| Jan 24 | New Zealand U19 vs India U19 | Group B | Bulawayo | India U19 won by 7 wkts (DLS) |
Super Six and Play-off Match Schedule
| Date | Match | Group | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 25, 2026 | 1st Play-off | Play-off | Windhoek, High Performance Oval | Japan U19 won by 9 wkts |
| Jan 25, 2026 | 2nd Match | Super Six Group 1 (A,D) | Windhoek, High Performance Oval | West Indies U19 won by 25 runs (DLS) |
| Jan 25, 2026 | 1st Match | Super Six Group 1 (A,D) | Windhoek, Namibia Cricket Ground | Australia U19 won by 6 wkts |
| Jan 26, 2026 | 2nd Play-off | Play-off | Harare, Harare Sports Club | United States of America U19 won by 7 wkts |
| Jan 26, 2026 | 3rd Match | Super Six Group 2 (B,C) | Bulawayo, Queens Sports Club | England U19 won by 7 wkts |
| Jan 26, 2026 | 4th Match | Super Six Group 1 (A,D) | Windhoek, Namibia Cricket Ground | Sri Lanka U19 won by 4 wkts |
| Jan 27, 2026 | 6th Match | Super Six Group 2 (B,C) | Bulawayo, Queens Sports Club | India U19 won by 204 runs |
| Jan 27, 2026 | 5th Match | Super Six Group 2 (B,C) | Harare, Harare Sports Club | Pakistan U19 won by 8 wkts |
| Jan 28, 2026 | 7th Match | Super Six Group 1 (A,D) | Harare, Harare Sports Club | Australia U19 won by 22 runs |
| Jan 29, 2026 | 8th Match | Super Six Group 1 (A,D) | Bulawayo, Queens Sports Club | Upcoming |
| Jan 30, 2026 | 9th Match | Super Six Group 1 (A,D) | Harare, Harare Sports Club | Upcoming |
| Jan 30, 2026 | 10th Match | Super Six Group 2 (B,C) | Bulawayo, Queens Sports Club | Upcoming |
| Jan 31, 2026 | 11th Match | Super Six Group 2 (B,C) | Harare, Harare Sports Club | Upcoming |
| Feb 1, 2026 | 12th Match | Super Six Group 2 (B,C) | Bulawayo, Queens Sports Club | Upcoming |
| Feb 3, 2026 | 1st Semi-Final | Semi-Final | Bulawayo, Queens Sports Club | TBC |
| Feb 4, 2026 | 2nd Semi-Final | Semi-Final | Harare, Harare Sports Club | TBC |
| Feb 6, 2026 | Final | Final | Harare, Harare Sports Club | TBC |
ICC Under-19 Men’s World Cup 2026: Tournament Details
This table explains the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 format, which includes 41 matches scheduled over 23 days. The tournament is hosted across multiple venues in Zimbabwe and Namibia, showcasing competitive youth cricket and a well-structured progression from group stages to the final.
| Tournament Stage | Number of Matches | Duration / Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Total Matches | 41 | 15 January – 6 February 2026 (23 days) |
| Group Stage | 24 | 15 January – 24 January 2026 |
| Super Six Stage | 12 | 25 January – 1 February 2026 |
| Knockout Stage | 3 | 3 February – 6 February 2026 |
ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026: Knockout Qualification Format
This table outlines the qualification pathway to the knockout stage in the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026.
| Tournament Stage | Teams Involved | Qualification Rule | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Stage | 16 teams (4 groups of 4) | Top 3 teams from each group qualify | 12 teams advance to Super Six |
| Plate Competition | Group-stage 4th place teams | Bottom team from each group | Play classification matches |
| Super Six Stage | 12 qualified teams | Points carried forward from group stage | Rankings decided by points & NRR |
| Super Six Result | 2 groups | Top 2 teams from each Super Six group | 4 teams qualify for semi-finals |
| Semi-Finals | 4 teams | Knockout matches | Winners advance |
| Final | 2 teams | Winner of semi-finals | ICC Under-19 World Cup Champion |
Group-stage results directly influence the Super Six standings because teams carry forward only the points they earn against qualifying teams. A significant loss can significantly affect a team’s Net Run Rate (NRR), and teams often find it crucial when they are tied on points.
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Conclusion – Keep Track of The Latest ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 Points Table
India U19 and Australia U19 enter the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 as prominent title contenders. India is the competition’s most decorated team, having claimed five championships and consistently reaching the latter stages. Australia U19, the defending 2024 champions, holds four titles and is renowned for successfully grooming players for international cricket.
Pakistan U19 remains a formidable force, with multiple titles and a strong legacy of producing fast bowlers, while South Africa has regularly featured among the leading teams. Despite past dominance, emerging teams often surprise, adding excitement as standings shift through form, upsets, semi-finalists, and champions.
FAQs
The points table shows each team’s matches played, wins, losses, no results, points, and Net Run Rate (NRR) during the tournament.
A team receives 2 points for a win, 1 point for a tie or no result, and 0 points for a loss.
If teams finish on the same points, Net Run Rate (NRR) is used to decide rankings.
All 16 teams are divided into four groups, playing round-robin matches to earn points for Super Six qualification.
Yes, only points earned against other Super Six-qualified teams are carried forward.
The top three teams from each group qualify for the Super Six stage.
