The ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026 is being hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia. The tournament runs from January 15 to February 6, featuring 16 participating teams. Almost all teams have announced their playing XI, and the five-time champions, Team India, seem to view this World Cup as an easy victory. Can India become champions for the sixth time?
ICC U19 Cricket World Cup is about to be broadcast on television via the Star Sports network and JioHotstar. This tournament holds immense importance for all countries, as it serves as a crucial platform for scouting young talent, many players from here go on to represent their nation’s senior team. In 2024, young Indian players defeated Australia in the World Cup final.
ICC U19 World Cup Commentators list
The ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup features experienced commentary panel. Both English and Hindi commentary play a significant role in entertaining the audience, as language-specific commentary infuses emotion, feelings, and motivation, keeping fans hopeful for their team’s victory even in tough moments.
These commentators provide far more than just entertainment and score updates. In fact, they possess deep knowledge of cricket teams, umpires, players, and venues, while also educating viewers on the latest technologies used in the match.
English commentary panel for ICC U19 World Cup 2026
Most people from foreign countries prefer English commentary. Even in Indian crowds, many foreigners visit to watch the exciting Cricket World Cup. That’s why the BCCI and other departments take care of these international fans by arranging a strong English commentary panel.
These commentators speak fluent English, making it easy for foreign audiences to understand and connect with the match just like Indian viewers.
List of English Commentators:
| Commentator Name | Role / Expertise | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Isa Guha | Former England cricketer, Presenter | English |
| Nasser Hussain | Former England Captain, Analyst | English |
| Carlos Brathwaite | Former West Indies All-rounder | English |
| Ian Bishop | Former West Indies Fast Bowler, Analyst | English |
| Mpumelelo Mbangwa | Former Zimbabwe Cricketer, Commentator | English |
| Sanjay Manjrekar | Former India Cricketer, Analyst | Hindi / English |
Hindi commentary panel for ICC U19 World Cup 2026
Indian fans and audiences are filled with emotions, feelings, and gestures—they experience a cricket match like a Bollywood film. That’s why they love Hindi commentary for its thrill, suspense, and drama.
According to fans,
When we hear the voice of Aakash Chopra in any critical match, we can’t focus on anything else. In fact, we remember many matches because of his commentary. We always want to see Aakash Chopra, Sanjay Manjrekar, and Manvinder Bisla in the Hindi commentary panel.
Popular Hindi Commentators:
| Commentator Name | Role / Expertise | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Aakash Chopra | Former India Opener, Expert Analyst | Hindi |
| Sanjay Manjrekar | Former India Cricketer, Analyst | Hindi / English |
| Manvinder Bisla | Former India Cricketer | Hindi |
| Ravi Shastri | Former India Head Coach, Analyst | English |
| Harsha Bhogle | Senior Broadcaster, Presenter | Hindi / English |
| Dinesh Karthik | Former India Wicketkeeper, Expert | English |
| Sourav Ganguly | Former India Captain, Analyst | English |
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