The ICC Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup represents a pivotal platform for the development of young female cricketers on the global stage. As the second edition of this tournament, the 2025 event builds on the success of the inaugural competition held in South Africa in 2023. Scheduled to take place in Malaysia from January 18 to February 2, 2025, this tournament will bring together 16 teams from around the world to compete for the title of world champions.
This article will provide a complete overview of the upcoming 2025 ICC Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup. We will explore the teams that have qualified for the tournament, examine the schedule and fixtures, and take a look at the squads that will be representing their nations.
Qualified Teams For ICC Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup
The 2025 ICC Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup will feature a diverse field of 16 teams from across the cricketing world. These teams have earned their spots through various qualification pathways, including direct qualification based on performance in the previous tournament, regional qualifiers, and host nation status.
The teams that have qualified for the 2025 tournament are:
- Malaysia (Host nation)
- India (Defending champions)
- Australia
- Bangladesh
- England
- Ireland
- New Zealand
- Pakistan
- South Africa
- Sri Lanka
- West Indies
- Nepal (Asia qualifier winner)
- Nigeria (Africa qualifier winner)
- Samoa (East Asia-Pacific qualifier winner)
- Scotland (Europe qualifier winner)
- United States (Americas representative)
This lineup represents a mix of established cricketing nations and emerging teams, promising an exciting and competitive tournament. The inclusion of teams like Nepal, Nigeria, and Samoa highlights the growing global reach of women’s cricket at the youth level.
ICC Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025: Schedule & Fixture
The 2025 ICC Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup is structured to provide a comprehensive and engaging competition format. The tournament will begin with a group stage, followed by Super 6 rounds, and culminate in knockout matches to determine the champions.
The 16 teams are divided into four groups of four teams each. During this stage, each team will play one match against every other team in their group. The top three teams from each group will advance to the Super 6 stage.
Here’s the complete fixture table for the 2025 ICC Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup:
| Date | Match | Time (Local) | Group | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 18, 2025 | Australia vs Scotland | 10:30 AM | D | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi |
| Jan 18, 2025 | England vs Ireland | 10:30 AM | B | JCA Oval, Johor Bahru |
| Jan 18, 2025 | Samoa vs Nigeria | 10:30 AM | C | Sarawak Cricket Ground |
| Jan 18, 2025 | Bangladesh vs Nepal | 2:30 PM | D | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi |
| Jan 18, 2025 | Pakistan vs USA | 2:30 PM | B | JCA Oval, Johor Bahru |
| Jan 18, 2025 | New Zealand vs South Africa | 2:30 PM | C | Sarawak Cricket Ground |
| Jan 19, 2025 | Sri Lanka vs Malaysia | 10:30 AM | A | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur |
| Jan 19, 2025 | India vs West Indies | 2:30 PM | A | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur |
| Jan 20, 2025 | New Zealand vs Nigeria | 10:30 AM | C | Sarawak Cricket Ground |
| Jan 20, 2025 | Ireland vs USA | 10:30 AM | B | JCA Oval, Johor Bahru |
| Jan 20, 2025 | Australia vs Bangladesh | 10:30 AM | D | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi |
| Jan 20, 2025 | South Africa vs Samoa | 2:30 PM | C | Sarawak Cricket Ground |
| Jan 20, 2025 | England vs Pakistan | 2:30 PM | B | JCA Oval, Johor Bahru |
| Jan 20, 2025 | Nepal vs Scotland | 2:30 PM | D | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi |
| Jan 21, 2025 | West Indies vs Sri Lanka | 10:30 AM | A | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur |
| Jan 21, 2025 | Malaysia vs India | 2:30 PM | A | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur |
| Jan 22, 2025 | South Africa vs Nigeria | 10:30 AM | C | Sarawak Cricket Ground |
| Jan 22, 2025 | England vs USA | 10:30 AM | B | JCA Oval, Johor Bahru |
| Jan 22, 2025 | Bangladesh vs Scotland | 10:30 AM | D | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi |
| Jan 22, 2025 | New Zealand vs Samoa | 2:30 PM | C | Sarawak Cricket Ground |
| Jan 22, 2025 | Ireland vs Pakistan | 2:30 PM | B | JCA Oval, Johor Bahru |
| Jan 22, 2025 | Australia vs Nepal | 2:30 PM | D | YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi |
| Jan 23, 2025 | Malaysia vs West Indies | 10:30 AM | A | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur |
| Jan 23, 2025 | India vs Sri Lanka | 2:30 PM | A | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur |
| Jan 24, 2025 | 13th Place Play-off 1 | 10:30 AM | – | JCA Oval, Johor Bahru |
| Jan 24, 2025 | 13th Place Play-off 2 | 2:30 PM | – | JCA Oval, Johor Bahru |
| Jan 25-29, 2025 | Super 6 Matches | Various | – | Various |
| Jan 31, 2025 | Semi-Final 1 | 10:30 AM | – | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur |
| Jan 31, 2025 | Semi-Final 2 | 2:30 PM | – | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur |
| Feb 2, 2025 | Final | 2:30 PM | – | Bayuemas Oval, Kuala Lumpur |
ICC Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup: Teams & Squad
The squads for the 2025 ICC Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup showcase the depth of young talent in women’s cricket across the globe. Each team is allowed to select a squad of 15 players for the tournament. While not all squads have been officially announced at the time of writing, several teams have revealed their lineups. Here’s an overview of some of the confirmed squads:
Group A
India: Niki Prasad (c), Sanika Chalke, G Trisha, Kamalini G, Bhavika Ahire, Ishwari Awasare, Mithila Vinod, Joshitha VJ, Sonam Yadav, Parunika Sisodiya, Kesari Drithi, Aayushi Shukla, Anandita Kishor, MD Shabnam, Vaishnavi S
Malaysia: To be announced
Sri Lanka: To be announced
West Indies: Samara Ramnath (c), Asabi Callender, Abigail Bryce, Kenika Cassar, Jahzara Claxton, Denella Creese, NaiJanni Cumberbatch, Erin Deane, Amiah Gilbert, Trisha Hardat, Brianna Harricharan, Amrita Ramtahal, Selena Ross, Kristen Sutherland, Aaliyah Weekes
Group B
England: Phoebe Brett, Olivia Brinsden, Tilly Corteen-Coleman, Trudy Johnson, Katie Jones, Charlotte Lambert, Abi Norgrove, Eve O’Neill, Davina Perrin, Jemima Spence, Charlotte Stubbs, Amuruthaa Surenkumar, Prisha Thanawala, Erin Thomas, Grace Thompson
Ireland: Ally Boucher Abbi Harrison, Jennifer Jackson, Rebecca Lowe, Niamh MacNulty, Aimee Maguire, Lara McBride, Kia McCartney, Ellie McGee, Julie McNally, Lucy Neely, Freya Sargent, Millie Spence, Annabel Squires, Alice Walsh
Pakistan: Komal Khan (c), Zoofishan Ayyaz, Aleesa Mukhtiar, Areesha Ansari, Fatima Khan, Haniah Ahmer, Maham Anees, Mahnoor Zeb, Memoona Khalid, Minahil, Quratulain, Ravail Farhan, Shahar Bano, Tayyaba Imdad, Wasifa Hussain
USA: Anika Reddy Kolan (c), Aditiba Chudasama, Chetna Reddy Pagydyala, Chetnaa G Prasad, Disha Dhingra, Isani Mahesh Vaghela, Lekha Hanumant Shetty, Maahi Madhavan, Nikhar Pinku Doshi, Pooja Ganesh, Pooja Shah, Ritu Priya Singh, Saanvi Immadi, Sasha Vallabhaneni, Suhani Thadani
Group C
New Zealand: To be announced
Nigeria: Lucky Piety (c), Adeshola Adekunle, Peculiar Agboya, Anointed Akhigbe, Amusa Kehinde, Deborah Bassey (wk), Jessica Bieni, Christabel Chukwuonye, Omosigho Eguakun, Victory Igbinedion, Naomi Memeh, Beauty Oguai, Lilian Ude, Usen Peace, Umoh Inyene
Samoa: To be announced
South Africa: Kayla Reyneke (c), Jemma Botha, Fay Cowling, Jae-Leigh Filander, Mona-Lisa Legodi, Simoné Lourens, Karabo Meso, Seshnie Naidu, Nthabiseng Nini, Luyanda Nzuza, Diara Ramlakan, Diedré van Rensburg, Mieke van Voorst, Ashleigh van Wyk, Chanel Venter
Group D
Australia: Lucy Hamilton (c), Chloe Ainsworth, Lily Bassingthwaighte, Caoimhe Bray, Ella Briscoe, Maggie Clark, Hasrat Gill, Amy Hunter, Sara Kennedy, Eleanor Larosa, Grace Lyons, Ines McKeon, Juliette Morton, Kate Pelle, Tegan Williamson
Bangladesh: Sumaiya Akter (c), Afia Ashima Era (vc), Mst Eva, Fahomida Choya, Habiba Islam Pinky, Juairiya Ferdous, Fariya Akter, Farjana Easmin, Anisa Akter Soba, Sumaiya Akther Suborna, Nishita Akter Nishi, Lucky Khatun, Jannatul Maoua, Sadia Akter, Sadia Islam
Nepal: To be announced
Scotland: Amelie Baldie, Molly Barbour-Smith, Gabriella Fontenla, Lucy Forrester Smith, Pippa Kelly, Maisie Maceira, Kirsty McColl, Niamh Muir, Charlotte Nevard, Mollie Parker, Nayma Sheikh, Rosie Speedy, Pippa Sproul, Jenna Stanton, Emma Walsingham
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Conclusion: ICC Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 Will Go On Action On January 18
The 2025 ICC Under 19 Women’s T20 World Cup in Malaysia represents a significant milestone in the development of women’s cricket. As only the second edition of this tournament, it builds upon the foundation laid by the inaugural event in 2023, providing a global stage for the next generation of female cricketers to showcase their talents.
With 16 teams from across the cricketing world participating, the tournament offers a diverse and competitive field. From cricket powerhouses like Australia, England, and India to emerging nations such as Nepal, Nigeria, and Samoa, the event truly embodies the global nature of the sport. This inclusivity not only enhances the quality of competition but also plays a crucial role in promoting and developing women’s cricket in different parts of the world.
As we look forward to the matches beginning on January 18, 2025, there’s a palpable sense of excitement and anticipation. Which team will follow in India’s footsteps and claim the title? Which young players will announce themselves as the stars of tomorrow? These questions and more will be answered over the course of this thrilling tournament.
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