October 22, 2026 By Admin
U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2027 schedule is here. See the groups, venues and fixtures, and find out who India face first in their title defence.
U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2027 Schedule, Groups & Fixtures
The U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2027 schedule is out: 16 teams, 41 matches and a final on 6 February, co-hosted by Bangladesh and Nepal. India begin their title defence against the West Indies on 22 January.
U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2027 Schedule: Dates and Fixtures
The third edition runs from 21 January to 6 February 2027. Group matches take place from 21 to 26 January, followed by the Super Six stage, the semi-finals on 4 February and the final on 6 February.
| Date | Fixture or stage |
|---|---|
| 21 Jan | Tournament opens with four matches |
| 22 Jan | India vs West Indies, Nepal vs Ireland, New Zealand vs Samoa, South Africa vs Pakistan |
| 21 to 26 Jan | Group stage |
| After 26 Jan | Super Six stage |
| 4 Feb | Semi-finals (reserve day 5 Feb) |
| 6 Feb | Final at 1:30 PM local time (reserve day 7 Feb) |
Opening-day fixtures, 21 January
| Match | Venue |
|---|---|
| Bangladesh vs UAE | Sylhet |
| Australia vs Nigeria | Sylhet |
| Sri Lanka vs Scotland | Upper Mulpani, Kathmandu |
| England vs USA | Upper Mulpani, Kathmandu |
Morning matches start at 9:30 AM local time and afternoon matches at 1:30 PM. Only the opening fixtures and key dates are announced here, so check the tournament's fixture list for later group and Super Six matches.
U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2027 Groups
The 16 teams are split into four groups of four.
| Group | Teams |
|---|---|
| Group A | India, Ireland, West Indies, Nepal |
| Group B | South Africa, New Zealand, Pakistan, Samoa |
| Group C | Australia, Bangladesh, Nigeria, UAE |
| Group D | England, Sri Lanka, USA, Scotland |
Key Takeaway
Group A has the defending champions and a co-host, so it is the group to watch from day one.
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Venues for the U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2027
Matches will be played at four stadiums in three cities.
Chattogram: Bir Shrestha Shahid Flight Lieutenant Matiur Rahman Cricket Stadium
Hosts the semi-finals on 4 February, plus New Zealand vs Samoa and South Africa vs Pakistan on 22 January.
Sylhet: Sylhet International Cricket Stadium
Hosts Bangladesh vs UAE and Australia vs Nigeria on opening day.
Kathmandu: TU International Cricket Stadium
Hosts India's opening match against the West Indies on 22 January.
Kathmandu: Upper Mulpani International Cricket Ground
Hosts Sri Lanka vs Scotland and England vs USA on opening day.
India's Schedule and Title Defence
India won both earlier editions, in 2023 and 2025. They open against the West Indies on 22 January at TU International Cricket Stadium in Kathmandu.
They share Group A with Ireland, the West Indies and Nepal. Their other group dates are not in the announcement yet, so wait for the full fixture list before planning around them.
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- Group stage: four groups of four, running to 26 January
- Super Six: qualifying teams are placed into two groups
- Semi-finals: the top two from each Super Six group, on 4 February
- Final: 6 February, with 7 February as the reserve day
The group stage is just the first hurdle. Teams get a second chance to build momentum in the Super Six before the knockouts.
Why the U19 Women's World Cup Matters
It gives young players their first taste of a global stage and the chance to face teams from different cricketing cultures. For India it is another title to defend. For Bangladesh and Nepal it is a chance to host the world.
Every senior star once had a first World Cup, and for many it began at this level.
U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2027: FAQ
When does the U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2027 start?
It begins on 21 January 2027 and ends with the final on 6 February.
Who is hosting the tournament?
Bangladesh and Nepal are co-hosts.
How many teams are playing?
Sixteen teams play 41 matches in four groups of four.
When does India play their first match?
On 22 January 2027 against the West Indies in Kathmandu.
When is the final?
6 February 2027 at 1:30 PM local time, with 7 February as a reserve day.
Which venues will host matches?
Four stadiums: Chattogram, Sylhet, and two grounds in Kathmandu.
U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2027 Schedule: Final Words
Quick Summary
- Runs 21 January to 6 February 2027 in Bangladesh and Nepal
- 16 teams, four groups, a Super Six stage and knockouts
- India open on 22 January against the West Indies
- Semi-finals on 4 February, final on 6 February