Six Countries Gear Up for ICC U-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifiers

Six Countries Gear Up for ICC U-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifiers

Sierra Leone is set to compete in the upcoming ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup Division 2 Africa Qualifier, taking place in Kigali, Rwanda, from August 9 to 15, 2026.

The tournament will feature a field of six nations, including Uganda, Mozambique, Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, and the hosts, Rwanda. Teams are competing for one of three coveted spots in the next stage of the ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup qualification pathway.

Sierra Leone opens its campaign on August 9 with a high-stakes match against regional rivals Ghana, followed by a fixture against host nation Rwanda. These opening games are critical as the team seeks a strong start to the tournament.

This upcoming competition carries significant weight, evoking memories of Sierra Leone’s historic 2009 achievement when the team qualified for the global ICC Under-19 World Cup following a dominant performance at the Africa Championships in Zambia. Despite earning a spot in the Toronto tournament, the team was ultimately unable to participate due to visa challenges.

As the Kigali tournament approaches, Sierra Leone’s young cricketers are focused on a new chapter, aiming to secure qualification and keep their dreams of reaching the global stage alive.