English version.
ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup 2026: Broadcast Details, India vs USA Opener, and the Inspiring Story of 13-Year-Old Vaibhav Suryavanshi
Cricket fans across the world are eagerly waiting for the start of the ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup 2026, the biggest global platform for young and emerging cricketing talent. This prestigious tournament has always been known for producing future international stars, and the 2026 edition promises no different.
A total of 16 top Under-19 teams from around the world will compete for glory, making this event one of the most exciting youth tournaments in international cricket.
📺 ICC U19 World Cup 2026: TV and Mobile Broadcast Details
Let’s begin with the live broadcast and streaming information, one of the most common questions among fans.
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The official broadcasting rights for the ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup 2026 are held by the Star Sports Network. All matches involving the Indian Under-19 team, along with major fixtures and knockout games, will be telecast live on Star Sports channels.
What about DD Sports and Free Dish?
There is some disappointing news for Free Dish viewers. As of now, DD Sports is not confirmed to broadcast the Under-19 World Cup 2026 live. There is a possibility that a few Indian matches could be shown, but no official confirmation has been made yet.
Mobile and OTT Streaming
For mobile and digital viewers, Jio Hotstar will provide full live streaming of the tournament. Jio Hotstar also has a business tie-up with OTT Play, which means matches will be available for live streaming on OTT Play as well.
🏏 ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup 2026: Key Tournament Information
Here are the most important details about the tournament:
Tournament Start Date: 15 January 2026
Final Match: 6 February 2026
Host Nations: Zimbabwe and Namibia
Total Teams: 16
Groups: 4 groups with 4 teams each
Total Matches: 41
Tournament Format:
Group Stage
Super Six
Knockout Stage
🇮🇳 India vs USA U19 World Cup 2026: Match Preview
The Indian Under-19 team will kick off its World Cup campaign against USA Under-19, and this match will also be the opening fixture of the tournament.
Head-to-Head Record
India and USA have faced each other only once at the Under-19 level so far, and India won that match. Based on past results and squad strength, India clearly enters the contest as the favorite.
Match Details
Match Date: 15 January 2026
Toss Time (IST): 12:30 PM
Match Start Time (IST): 1:00 PM
Venue: Queen Sports Club, Bulawayo
Live Telecast and Streaming
TV: Star Sports Network
Mobile/OTT: Jio Hotstar
Probable India U19 Playing XI
Indian captain Ayush Mhatre is expected to open the innings alongside young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi. The middle order may include Orange George, Vedant Trivedi, and wicketkeeper-batsman Abhigyan Kundu. The bowling attack is likely to feature players such as Kanishk Chauhan, Mohammad Inaan, Anil Patel, and Kishan Kumar Singh.
🌟 Vaibhav Suryavanshi: The Rise of a 13-Year-Old Cricket Prodigy
One name that has dominated headlines ahead of the Under-19 World Cup is Vaibhav Suryavanshi. Hailing from Tajpur village in Samastipur district, Bihar, Vaibhav has become one of the most talked-about young cricketers in India.
At just 13 years of age, Vaibhav was bought by Rajasthan Royals for ₹1.10 crore in the 2025 IPL auction, making him the youngest crorepati in IPL history.
👶 Humble Beginnings and Family Sacrifice
Vaibhav Suryavanshi was born on 27 March 2011. His journey began in a village that lacked basic cricketing infrastructure—no proper grounds, no academies, and no professional facilities.
His father, Sanjeev Suryavanshi, a farmer by profession, recognized his son’s passion early. He created a small practice area in their backyard so Vaibhav could train daily. To support his son’s dream, Sanjeev even sold a portion of his land, a sacrifice that reflects the depth of his belief in Vaibhav’s talent.
🏏 Cricketing Journey and Early Success
At the age of 7, Vaibhav joined a coaching camp in Samastipur under coach Brijesh Jha
By 10, he moved to Patna for advanced training at GenX Cricket Academy, guided by former Ranji player Manish Ojha
At just 12, he scored 400 runs in 5 matches in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy
He made his Ranji Trophy debut at 12 years and 284 days, an extraordinary achievement
His consistent performances made him a standout name in Bihar’s cricket circuit.
💪 Setbacks, Struggles, and Comebacks
Vaibhav’s journey was not without challenges. Despite strong performances, he failed to make the India Under-19 World Cup squad initially. Later, inconsistent performances in Ranji Trophy led to his removal from the senior team after just two matches.
Instead of giving up, Vaibhav accepted these setbacks as lessons. He was moved to the Under-23 team, where he worked on refining his skills and mental strength.
His hard work paid off when he scored a brilliant 91-run innings against Uttarakhand, followed by a historic knock against Australia A, where he smashed 104 runs at the age of just 13, facing bowlers clocking over 140 km/h.
📜 Creating History at a Young Age
Vaibhav Suryavanshi etched his name into the record books by becoming the youngest player in 170 years of cricket history to score a century
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During IPL trials, he was given a seemingly impossible challenge—score 17 runs in one over. Vaibhav stunned everyone by achieving the target within the first three deliveries, convincing franchises of his rare talent.
🔥 Age Controversy and Official Clarification
After the IPL auction, questions were raised about Vaibhav’s age. Some media reports pointed to older interviews, creating confusion. However, his family clarified that Vaibhav has already passed the BCCI bone age test.
His father firmly stated that they are willing to undergo re-testing if required and dismissed allegations of age fraud, emphasizing that Vaibhav has always competed in age-appropriate tournaments.
✨ Conclusion
The ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup 2026 is more than just a cricket tournament—it is a launchpad for future legends. While India enters the competition as one of the strongest contenders for the title, players like Vaibhav Suryavanshi symbolize the dreams of millions.
From a small village in Bihar to the world’s biggest cricketing stages, Vaibhav’s story proves that talent, dedication, and sacrifice can overcome any limitation.
As the tournament begins, all eyes will be on whether India can lift the trophy and whether this World Cup will introduce the next global cricket superstar.
Hindi version.
🇮🇳 India vs USA U19 World Cup 2026: पहला मुकाबला
भारतीय अंडर-19 टीम अपने वर्ल्ड कप अभियान की शुरुआत यूएसए के खिलाफ करेगी। यह मुकाबला इसलिए भी खास है क्योंकि यह टूर्नामेंट का पहला मैच होगा।
📊 हेड टू हेड
भारत और यूएसए के बीच अब तक सिर्फ एक मुकाबला खेला गया है, जिसमें भारत ने जीत दर्ज की थी। ऐसे में आंकड़ों के लिहाज से भारतीय टीम का पलड़ा भारी नजर आता है।
📅 मैच डिटेल्स
तारीख: 15 जनवरी 2026
टॉस: दोपहर 12:30 बजे (IST)
मैच शुरू: दोपहर 1:00 बजे (IST)
वेन्यू: Queen Sports Club, Bulawayo
📡 लाइव कहां देखें?
TV: Star Sports Network
Mobile/OTT: Jio Hotstar
🇮🇳 संभावित भारतीय प्लेइंग 11
आयुष मात्रे (कप्तान) और वैभव सूर्यवंशी ओपनिंग करते नजर आ सकते हैं। मिडिल ऑर्डर में ऑरेंज जॉर्ज, वेदांत त्रिवेदी और विकेटकीपर अभिज्ञान कुंडू अहम भूमिका निभाएंगे। गेंदबाजी में कनिष्क चौहान, मोहम्मद इनान, अनिल पटेल और किशन कुमार सिंह टीम की ताकत होंगे।
🌟 वैभव सूर्यवंशी: 13 साल का सबसे युवा करोड़पति
अंडर-19 वर्ल्ड कप 2026 से पहले जिस नाम की सबसे ज्यादा चर्चा हो रही है, वह है वैभव सूर्यवंशी। बिहार के समस्तीपुर जिले के छोटे से गांव ताजपुर से निकलकर वैभव ने वह कर दिखाया है, जो लाखों बच्चे सिर्फ सपना देखते हैं।
राजस्थान रॉयल्स ने 2025 आईपीएल ऑक्शन में वैभव को 1 करोड़ 10 लाख रुपये में खरीदा, जिससे वह आईपीएल इतिहास का सबसे कम उम्र का करोड़पति बन गया।
👶 संघर्ष से शुरुआत
वैभव का जन्म 27 मार्च 2011 को हुआ। जिस गांव से वह आता है, वहां क्रिकेट की सुविधाएं तो दूर, एक ढंग का ग्राउंड तक नहीं था। उनके पिता संजीव सूर्यवंशी, जो पेशे से किसान हैं, ने बेटे के क्रिकेट के जुनून को समझा और घर के पीछे एक छोटा सा प्रैक्टिस एरिया बना दिया।
बेटे के सपने को पूरा करने के लिए उन्होंने अपनी जमीन का एक हिस्सा तक बेच दिया। यह फैसला किसी किसान के लिए कितना बड़ा होता है, इसका अंदाजा लगाया जा सकता है।
🏏 क्रिकेट सफर
7 साल की उम्र में समस्तीपुर में कोच बृजेश झा के कैंप से शुरुआत
10 साल की उम्र में पटना की GenX Cricket Academy में ट्रेनिंग
12 साल की उम्र में Vinoo Mankad Trophy में 5 मैचों में 400 रन
12 साल 284 दिन की उम्र में रणजी ट्रॉफी डेब्यू
💪 मुश्किलें और वापसी
इंडिया अंडर-19 टीम में जगह न मिलना और रणजी में ड्रॉप होना किसी भी बच्चे के लिए बड़ा झटका हो सकता था। लेकिन वैभव ने इन setbacks को अपनी ताकत बनाया।
अंडर-23 स्तर पर उन्होंने खुद को फिर से साबित किया और ऑस्ट्रेलिया ए के खिलाफ 13 साल की उम्र में 104 रन की ऐतिहासिक पारी खेली।
📜 इतिहास रच दिया
क्रिकेट के 170 साल के इतिहास में वैभव सबसे कम उम्र में शतक लगाने वाले खिलाड़ी बने। यही नहीं, आईपीएल ट्रायल्स में उन्हें एक ओवर में 17 रन बनाने का टास्क दिया गया, जिसका जवाब उन्होंने पहली तीन गेंदों में ही दे दिया।
🔥 उम्र विवाद पर सच्चाई
आईपीएल ऑक्शन के बाद उनकी उम्र को लेकर सवाल उठे, लेकिन वैभव पहले ही BCCI का बोन टेस्ट पास कर चुके हैं। उनके पिता ने साफ कहा कि जरूरत पड़ी तो दोबारा टेस्ट कराने को भी तैयार हैं।
✨ निष्कर्ष
आईसीसी अंडर-19 वर्ल्ड कप 2026 युवा खिलाड़ियों के लिए खुद को साबित करने का सुनहरा मौका है। भारतीय टीम से जहां खिताब की उम्मीदें हैं, वहीं वैभव सूर्यवंशी जैसे खिलाड़ी यह दिखाते हैं कि टैलेंट किसी बड़े शहर या सुविधा का मोहताज नहीं होता।
अब देखना दिलचस्प होगा कि यह टूर्नामेंट भारत को अगला सुपरस्टार देता है या नहीं।
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