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IND vs BAN U19 World Cup (Source: X)
The toss for the much-anticipated encounter of the ICC U19 World Cup 2026 between India U19 and Bangladesh U19 at the Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, has been delayed due to rain.
The morning weather in Bulawayo has been overcast, with showers disrupting the smooth conduct of pre-match activities. Ground officials have confirmed that the toss has been postponed.
The match is India's second fixture, while Bangladesh U19 will begin their campaign with this high-profile clash.
IND vs BAN U19 World Cup 2026: Preview
India entered the tournament with a dominant performance against the USA in their opening fixture, securing a comfortable 6-wicket (DLS) victory.
The 'Men in Blue' made a commanding start to their campaign in the rain-affected contest, bowling the visitors out for a modest 107 before chasing down a DLS-revised target of 96 in 17.2 overs.
The match saw India struggle at 25/3, but Abhigyan Kundu anchored the innings with a composed, positive knock, sealing the victory with a stylish six.
The highlight of India’s performance was Henil Patel, who claimed a five-wicket haul to dismantle the USA batting lineup.
On the other hand, Bangladesh are gearing up for its first match of the tournament. Their preparations were hampered by rain in two warm-up fixtures, but the team still managed to get in some valuable practice sessions.
Despite the disrupted build-up, Bangladesh will be looking to make a statement early on and is widely regarded as a potential dark horse in the competition.
India vs Bangladesh U19 World Cup 2026: Bulawayo weather update
Bulawayo weather update (AccuWeather.com)
The weather forecast for Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, for January 17, predicts a cloudy day with thunderstorms expected in parts of the area. The day will be marked by overcast conditions, with temperatures reaching a high of 25°C.
Despite the relatively moderate temperature, humidity levels will make it feel warmer, with a RealFeel temperature of 31°C.
The day is expected to be cloudy, with around 99% cloud cover. This heavy cloud cover increases the likelihood of scattered thunderstorms in some areas.
The data indicates a 55% chance of precipitation, with a 33% chance of thunderstorms. Rainfall is anticipated to measure approximately 5.2 millimeters, occurring over a span of about three hours.
Winds will blow gently from the south at a speed of 7 km/h, with occasional gusts reaching up to 26 km/h. Overall, the weather forecast will be humid, overcast day with thunderstorms and moderate rain.
It is important to note that, according to the latest update, Bangladesh U19 have won the toss and elected to field first.
