The group stage of the ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2024 concluded on January 28 (Sunday) with the competition now narrowing down to 12 teams that advanced into the Super Six phase. This next stage of the tournament features the top three teams from each of the four initial round-robin groups, with a unique structure for the upcoming matches.
In the Super Six, the teams from Groups A and D form one combined group, while those from Groups B and C form another. A key aspect of this phase is that each team carries forward the points and Net Run Rate (NRR) they accumulated against other Super Six qualifiers in their group.
Emerging from Groups A and D, the contenders include India, Bangladesh, Ireland, Pakistan, New Zealand, and Nepal. Representing Groups B and C are South Africa, England, West Indies, Australia, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe. This lineup showcases a mix of cricketing powerhouses and rising teams, promising a highly competitive Super Six stage.
Meanwhile, the teams that did not advance to the Super Six – USA, Afghanistan, Namibia, and Scotland – will compete in play-offs to determine the tournament's final rankings.
In the Super Six round, each team will play two matches against teams from the corresponding group that finished in different positions in their respective groups. For instance, India, who topped Group A, will go up against New Zealand, who secured the second position in Group D, and Nepal, who finished third in the same group.
ICC Under-19 World Cup: Super Six fixtures and schedule
On January 30th, the ICC U19 Men's World Cup will feature India facing New Zealand in Bloemfontein, Sri Lanka playing West Indies in Kimberley, and Pakistan taking on Ireland in Potchefstroom. The following day, on January 31st, the tournament sees Nepal versus Bangladesh in Bloemfontein, Australia against England in Kimberley, and Zimbabwe competing with South Africa in Potchefstroom.
The matches continue on February 2nd, with India playing Nepal in Bloemfontein, West Indies against Australia in Kimberley, and South Africa taking on Sri Lanka in Potchefstroom. The fixtures on February 3rd include Pakistan facing Bangladesh in Benoni, New Zealand against Ireland in Bloemfontein, and England versus Zimbabwe in Potchefstroom.
January 30th
India vs New Zealand in Bloemfontein
Sri Lanka vs West Indies in Kimberley
Pakistan vs Ireland in Potchefstroom
January 31st
Nepal vs Bangladesh in Bloemfontein
Australia vs England in Kimberley
Zimbabwe vs South Africa in Potchefstroom
February 2nd
India vs Nepal in Bloemfontein
West Indies vs Australia in Kimberley
South Africa vs Sri Lanka in Potchefstroom
February 3rd
Pakistan vs Bangladesh in Benoni
New Zealand vs Ireland in Bloemfontein
England vs Zimbabwe in Potchefstroom
The top two teams from each of the two Super Six groups will advance to the semifinals. These critical matches are set to be held on February 6 and 8, paving the way to the final showdown.
The grand finale of the ICC U19 Men's World Cup 2024 is scheduled for February 11, with all three knockout games taking place in Benoni. The tournament thus enters an exciting phase, with young talents from around the world vying for the prestigious title.
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