India vs USA – Under-19 World Cup 2026 Match PreviewCricket enthusiasts are gearing up for an exciting clash as India Under-19 begin their ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup 2026 campaign against the USA Under-19 side. This high-profile group match marks the start of a long tournament where India winners of the title five times will look to assert their dominance early on.
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Match Date & Time
Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM IST (07:30 GMT / 07:30 UTC)
Match Type: ICC Under-19 World Cup fixture
This fixture is part of the group stage, with India placed alongside the USA, New Zealand, and Bangladesh in Group B.
Venue
Ground: Queens Sports Club
City: Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Known for being a historic cricket venue, the Queens Sports Club pitch often favours batsmen but assists bowlers under the right conditions making it a balanced surface for both sides.
Live Streaming & Telecast
Fans in India and around the world won’t miss a moment of the action:
TV Broadcast: Star Sports Network (India)
Online Streaming: Jio Hotstar App & Website
These platforms typically carry all Under-19 World Cup matches live with commentary and highlights.
India U19 Squad & Key Players
India enters the competition with a strong lineup aimed at a sixth title. The squad features exciting young talent, including the captain Ayush Mhatre and batters like Vaibhav Suryavanshi.
Probable Playing XI (subject to official team announcement)(Note: U-19 squads may rotate frequently, so final lineup will be confirmed closer to match time)
- Ayush Mhatre
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi
- Vedant Trivedi
- R.S. Ambrish
- Khilan A. Patel
- Mohamed Enaan
- Henil Patel
- Kishan Kumar Singh
- Udhav Mohan
(plus remaining bowlers and all-rounders from squad)
The USA Under-19 team will present a spirited challenge, having qualified through regional pathways and looking to make an impression on their World Cup debut stage.
India’s World Cup Context
The 2026 U-19 World Cup runs from 15 January to 6 February 2026, and matches will be played across select venues in Zimbabwe and Namibia. India’s opening match against the USA is especially key as they aim to finish strongly in the group ahead of the Super Six stage and knockouts.
Final Thoughts
This match represents a major opportunity for India’s future stars to start the tournament with momentum. With live telecast and streaming available across popular platforms, fans can enjoy every ball as emerging cricketers battle for glory on the world stage.
