ICC U-19 World Cup: One-stop guide on Team India's full schedule and squad; check all details here

In the history of the Under-19 World Cup, India have been the most dominant team with five triumphant campaigns. After winning their maiden title in 2000, India also emerged victorious in 2008, 2012, 2018 and 2022. With just two days remaining before the U-19 World Cup kicks off on January 19, defending champions India are putting the final touches to their preparations as they look to defend their crown and lift the trophy for a record-extending sixth time.

India's Under-19 cricket team is gearing up for an exciting journey in the ICC U19 World Cup 2024, with their schedule comprising three significant matches to be held in Bloemfontein. The young Indian cricketers will commence their campaign on January 20th against Bangladesh U19, a team known for its competitive spirit in youth cricket.

The second match for India U19 is set for January 25th, where they will face Ireland U19. This encounter promises to be an intriguing one, as Ireland has been known to produce surprises in the cricketing world.

Rounding off their initial fixtures, India U19 will play against USA U19 on January 28th. This match presents an opportunity for India's young talents to showcase their skills against an emerging cricketing nation.

These matches in Bloemfontein are crucial for India U19 as they seek to make a strong statement in the tournament and aim for glory in the prestigious youth World Cup.

India schedule for ICC U-19 World Cup

India U19 vs Bangladesh U19: January 20, Bloemfontein
India U19 vs Ireland U19: January 25, Bloemfontein
India U19 vs USA U19: January 28, Bloemfontein

India Squad: Uday Saharan (c), Arshin Kulkarni, Adarsh Singh, Rudra Mayur Patel, Sachin Dhas, Priyanshu Moliya, Musheer Khan, Aravelly Avanish Rao (WK), Saumy Kumar Pandey (VC), Murugan Abhishek, Innesh Mahajan (wk), Dhanush Gowda, Aaradhya Shukla, Raj Limbani and Naman Tiwari

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