Sarawak to Host ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup Qualifying Tournament
Kuching, Jan 6 — Sarawak will host the International Cricket Council (ICC) Under-19 Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup qualifying tournament from January 18 to 28.
A Historic Event for Sarawak
This will be the second World Cup event to be hosted in the state, following the 1997 FIFA World Youth Championship, which was held in Kuching. The tournament will feature teams from New Zealand, South Africa, Nigeria, and Samoa, with a total of 10 out of 42 matches to be hosted in Sarawak.
Cricket’s Growing Popularity in Sarawak
According to Tunku Tan Sri Imran Tuanku Ja’afar, the Malaysian Cricket Association patron, despite being a minority sport in Sarawak, the development of cricket in the state has been aggressively pursued by the Sarawak Cricket Association. This effort was recently highlighted by the Sarawak women’s cricket team’s victory in the MCA Women’s T20 Interstate 2025, where they defeated Selangor by 44 runs in the final.
Efforts to Expand Cricket’s Reach
The Sarawak Cricket Association, supported by the Sarawak State Sports Council and the Sarawak Sports Corporation, are expected to further expand cricket’s reach across Sarawak’s divisions. This will be achieved through various initiatives, including the hosting of international events like the ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup qualifying tournament.
Trophy Display and Match Information
The ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup trophy will be displayed exclusively tomorrow at Wisma Bapa Malaysia here starting at 8 am and at Plaza Merdeka Mall beginning at noon. For match information, the public can refer to the official website at https://www.icc-cricket.com/.
Conclusion
The hosting of the ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup qualifying tournament in Sarawak is a significant milestone for the state’s cricket development. It will not only provide a platform for young female cricketers to showcase their skills but also promote the growth of the sport in Sarawak.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup qualifying tournament being held in Sarawak?
The tournament will be held from January 18 to 28. - Which teams will be participating in the tournament?
The participating teams are New Zealand, South Africa, Nigeria, and Samoa. - How many matches will be hosted in Sarawak?
A total of 10 out of 42 matches will be hosted in Sarawak. - Where can I get match information?
You can refer to the official website at https://www.icc-cricket.com/.