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.
Group A
| Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL U19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +4.060 |
| AUS U19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +1.275 |
| IRE U19 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -1.275 |
| JPN U19 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -4.060 |
Group B
| Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IND U19 (Q) | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | +2.025 |
| NZ U19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.000 |
| BAN U19 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -0.621 |
| USA U19 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -3.144 |
Group C
| Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG U19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +0.740 |
| SCO U19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
| ZIM U19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.000 |
| PAK U19 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -0.740 |
Group D
| Team | P | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WI U19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +3.465 |
| AFG U19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | +0.560 |
| RSA U19 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -0.560 |
| TAN U19 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | -3.465 |
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 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.
