ICC announces electrifying officials for U19 World Cup 2026

Listen up, folks! The ICC just dropped the bombshell for the U19 World Cup 2026! Starting January 15, we've got 17 umpires and 4 match referees from 13 nations ready to rumble! Among them, the legendary Prakash Bhatt from India is set to shine. This tournament is a golden ticket for cricket's future stars, and The Rock says, let’s electrify the field!

Quick rundown

21 officials from 13 nations are set for the U19 World Cup 2026.
Zimbabwe hosts the tournament with Mutizwa and Chabi officiating on home soil.
Graham Lloyd follows in his father David Lloyd's officiating footsteps.
Refs come from England, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and India—global crew.
The event doubles as a springboard for rising match officials.

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Series

Indian Premier League
Pakistan Super League
South Africa Women tour of New Zealand
County Championship Division Two