USA Cricket Qualify for U19 Cricket World Cup

USA Cricket have become the 16th and final team to qualify for the 2026 Under 19’s Men's Cricket World Cup, due to be hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia during January and February 2026.

To qualify for the U19 Cricket World Cup, Team USA had to come top of the group against Bermuda, Argentina and Canada. The latter displaying again how far North American cricket has grown. In the six games that were played, Team USA won every game, finishing top with 12 points, 5 points ahead of Canada in second.

The USA U19 men’s team qualifying for the 2026 ICC U19 Cricket World Cup marks a significant milestone for the sport in America. In a country where cricket is still developing, securing a spot on the global stage demonstrates both the growing depth of talent and the progress of the U.S. development system. It’s a breakthrough that highlights how far the program has come and signals the country’s ambition to establish itself among traditional cricketing nations.

Looking ahead to the tournament in Zimbabwe and Namibia, the USA will now have the chance to test themselves against the world’s top youth sides. The World Cup will provide invaluable experience for this promising group of players, offering a true measure of their progress while raising the profile of American cricket internationally. For a team that has already broken new ground, it is an opportunity to showcase their talent on the biggest stage and inspire the next generation back home.