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Team Nepal is gearing up to host the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Asia Qualifier 2025 in Kathmandu from April 12 to 21, 2025. This significant tournament, confirmed by the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN), will see the winner secure a coveted spot in the ICC Men’s U19 Cricket World Cup 2026.
Competing Teams
The Asia Qualifier will feature six teams: the host nation Nepal, alongside Afghanistan, Oman, Hong Kong, Singapore, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Oman and Hong Kong qualified for this prestigious event by reaching the finals of the Division 2 tournament, showcasing their emerging cricketing talent.
Nepal recently participated in the 2024 ICC Men’s U19 Cricket World Cup held in South Africa, where they made headlines with a thrilling one-wicket victory against Afghanistan at Buffalo Park in East London. This win allowed them to advance to the Super Six stage, marking a significant achievement for the young cricketers.
Looking Ahead to 2026
The ICC Men’s U19 Cricket World Cup 2026 will be jointly hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia, featuring 16 teams competing for the title. Five of these teams will qualify through regional qualifiers, including the upcoming Asia Qualifier in Nepal. Australia will enter the tournament as the defending champions, having triumphed over India by 79 runs in the final of the 2024 edition.
In addition to the hosts, Zimbabwe and Australia, several teams have already secured automatic qualification for the 2026 tournament. These include cricketing powerhouses such as Bangladesh, England, India, Ireland, Pakistan, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, South Africa, and the West Indies.
A Rich History
The ICC U19 Cricket World Cup, which began in 1988, has become a biennial highlight in the cricketing calendar. This will be the sixteenth edition of the tournament. India holds the record for the most titles, having won the championship five times, while Australia follows closely with four victories. Pakistan has claimed the title twice, and Bangladesh, England, South Africa, and the West Indies have each won it once.
As Nepal prepares to host this crucial qualifying event, the cricketing community eagerly anticipates the emergence of new talent that could shape the future of the sport in the region. The Asia Qualifier promises to be an exciting showcase of young cricketing prowess, setting the stage for the next generation of stars in the ICC Men’s U19 Cricket World Cup.
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