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Bangladesh U19 World Cup Squad: Experience Key as Tigers Eye Glory in 2026

Bangladesh has announced a squad heavy on experience for the ICC Men's Under-19 World Cup 2026, naming Azizul Hakim as captain and Zawad Abrar as his deputy. The selection relies on proven performers, with the team having played more Youth ODIs than any other nation since the last World Cup. The squad boasts the tournament's leading run-scoring duo in Hakim and Abrar, alongside the top three wicket-takers from 2025. They face a significant challenge in a difficult Group B that includes cricketing powerhouses India and New Zealand.

Key Points: Bangladesh U19 WC Squad 2026: Captain Azizul Hakim Leads Experienced Team

  • Captain Azizul Hakim & deputy Zawad Abrar
  • Squad built on proven performers
  • Top run-scorers and wicket-takers from 2025
  • Tough Group B with India & New Zealand
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Bangladesh name squad for ICC Men's Under-19 World Cup 2026

Bangladesh names experienced squad for U19 World Cup 2026, led by Azizul Hakim. Featuring top run-scorers and wicket-takers from 2025.

"Bangladesh have featured in more Youth ODIs than any other team since the 2024 World Cup. - ESPNcricinfo"

Dhaka, January 3

Bangladesh have named their squad for the upcoming ICC Men's Under-19 World Cup 2026. While Azizul Hakim will captain the Bangladesh side in the U19 marquee event, Zawad Abrar will be his deputy, as per ESPNcricinfo.

Bangladesh have opted to rely on their proven performers from the past two years for the World Cup. Notably, Bangladesh have featured in more Youth ODIs than any other team since the 2024 World Cup. In 2025 alone, Bangladesh have featured in 28 Youth ODI matches, winning 17.

Bangladesh squad for Under-19 World Cup 2026:

Azizul Hakim (capt), Zawad Abrar, Samiun Basir, Sheikh Paevez, Rizan Hossan, Shaharia Al Amin, Shadin Islam, Md Abdullah, Farid Hasan, Kalam Siddiki, Rifat Beg, Saad Islam, Al Fahad, Shahriar Ahmed, Iqbal Hossain

Azizul Hakim and Zawad Abrar form a standout duo, being the only batters since the 2024 World Cup to accumulate more than 1,000 runs. In 2025, Azizul scored 879 runs with one century and five half-centuries, while Zawad Abrar scored 977 runs with two hundreds and six fifties to his name. All-rounder Rizan Hossan also shone in the run-scoring charts for the year 2025 for Bangladesh, as he scored 830 runs with seven fifties and a ton.

Bangladesh's squad also features the top three wicket-takers of 2025: fast bowlers Iqbal Hossain (34 wickets in 2025) and Al Fahad (33 wickets in 2025), along with left-arm spinner Samiun Basir (29 wickets in 2025). Fahad returns after missing the Under-19 Asia Cup in December and is the only change from that squad, replacing Md Sobuj.

Bangladesh will need to be at their best in a tough Group B that includes India, New Zealand, and the USA. From the four groups, three teams each will advance to the Super Sixes, followed by the semi-finals and the final.

- ANI

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Priya S
Respect to the Bangladesh Cricket Board for giving these youngsters so much match practice. The experience will be invaluable. That said, our Indian U19 team has incredible depth. Looking forward to that India vs Bangladesh match – it's always a thriller!
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David E
Interesting squad. They seem to have a good balance. The bowling attack with Iqbal Hossain and Al Fahad looks potent. But playing so many matches could also lead to burnout or predictability. Hope the tournament format is fair for all teams.
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Ananya R
Wow, those are some impressive individual stats! 977 runs in a year at U19 level is no joke. Zawad Abrar is one to watch. Our bowlers will have their task cut out. May the best team win! Good luck to all the young players.
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Siddharth J
As an Indian fan, I appreciate the competitive spirit Bangladesh brings. It pushes our team to be better. However, I feel the article focuses a lot on past stats. The World Cup is a different pressure cooker altogether. Let's see who handles it better.
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Kavya N
Group B is the "Group of Death" for sure! India, Bangladesh, New Zealand... all strong cricketing nations. USA will be the underdog. It's great for the growth of cricket. Exciting times for youth cricket.

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