Australia opened their Under-19 Women's T20 World Cup with a dominating nine-wicket win over Scotland in the Group D game in Bangi, Malaysia. Fast bowler Caoimhe Bray starred with figures of 3 for 1 in 3.

Australia fell short in the inaugural event in 2023 in South Africa, pipped by England in the semi-finals, but their chances seem stronger this time, led by their 19-year-old captain, Adelaide Strikers' quick Eleanor Larosa, who started with an impressive 3-7 off three overs.

Nigeria and USA claimed their first-ever ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup victories on a thrilling day. Nigeria beat 2023 semi-finalists New Zealand by two runs while the USA defeated Ireland by nine wickets.

Scotland’s Maisie Maceira created a little bit of history with her five-fer against Nepal. Not only was it the first five-wicket haul of the , but it also helped Scotland to their first group stage win in two editions of the tournament.

Nigeria are making their debut in the tournament and find themselves sitting at the top of Group C after playing two matches.

Read how Nigeria pulled off one of the biggest upsets in cricket history, defeating New Zealand by two wickets in the U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2025.

India began their U19 Women’s World Cup 2025 campaign with a dominant win over the West Indies, chasing down 44 runs in just 4.2 overs.