Cricket West Indies has announced the participation of the West Indies Under-19 Women’s team in the upcoming ICC Youth T20 World Cup.
The tournament is set for Malaysia, from January 18 to February 2, 2025.
It will feature 16 teams from across the globe, with matches scheduled across various venues in Malaysia.
Australia, Bangladesh, England, India, Ireland, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, and West Indies qualified through their participation in the 2023 edition, while Malaysia earned automatic qualification as hosts.
Another five nations, Nepal, Nigeria, Samoa, Scotland, and the United States, earned their spots through the various regional qualification tournaments.
It will be the first World Cup appearance across any age group for Samoa, while the tournament also marks Malaysia’s maiden appearance at the Under 19 Women’s World Cup.
The 16 teams have been split into four groups of four.
The West Indies have been drawn in Group “A” alongside India, Sri Lanka, and the hosts, Malaysia.
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