U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025
The stage is set for the much-awaited 2025 ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup, with the groups for the tournament now confirmed. The competition promises to be a thrilling showcase of the brightest young talent in women’s cricket, with 16 teams battling it out for the coveted title. Here’s a look at the groups and the teams that will compete for supremacy:
U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Teams
India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, West Indies, England, Ireland, Pakistan, USA, New Zealand, Nigeria, Samoa, South Africa, Australia, Bangladesh, Nepal, Scotland.
U19 Women’s T20 World Cup Teams by Group
Group A: India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, West Indies
Group B: England, Ireland, Pakistan, USA
Group C: New Zealand, Nigeria, Samoa, South Africa
Group D: Australia, Bangladesh, Nepal, Scotland
Group A:
- India
- Malaysia
- Sri Lanka
- West Indies
Group A features a highly competitive lineup with India, led by captain Niki Prasad, aiming to dominate the competition. Sri Lanka, with captain Manudi Nanayakkara, and the West Indies, captained by Samara Ramnath, will provide tough challenges. Malaysia, under the leadership of Nur Dania Syuhada, will also be looking to make their mark on the world stage.
Group B:
- England
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- USA
In Group B, England’s Abi Norgrove will lead her side as they aim for success. Ireland’s Niamh MacNulty and Pakistan’s Komal Khan will be key contenders, while the USA, captained by Anika Reddy Kolan, will look to create some upsets in this competitive group.
Group C:
- New Zealand
- Nigeria
- Samoa
- South Africa
Group C brings together New Zealand’s Tash Wakelin, Nigeria’s Lucky Piety, and South Africa’s Kayla Reyneke. Samoa, led by Avetia Fetu Mapu, will look to cause surprises in a group filled with formidable opposition.
Group D:
- Australia
- Bangladesh
- Nepal
- Scotland
Group D promises to be one of the most exciting groups, with defending champions Australia, captained by Lucy Hamilton, taking on Bangladesh’s Sumaiya Akter, Nepal’s Puja Mahato, and Scotland’s Niamh Muir. With each team bringing unique talent and determination, this group is expected to provide some of the most thrilling contests of the tournament.
As the 2025 U19 Women’s T20 World Cup approaches, the excitement builds for what promises to be a celebration of young cricketing talent on the world stage. With strong teams across the board and fierce competition in every group, this year’s tournament is set to be a defining moment in the history of women’s cricket.
