Women’s U19 Tri-Series Australia 2026: Schedule, Squads & Venues

April brings international women’s U19 cricket to Queensland.

The Women’s U19 Tri-Series Australia 2026 pits three nations against each other across 13 days of competition.

Australia hosts England and Sri Lanka at two professional cricket grounds.

Nine matches span ODI and T20 formats from April 6 through April 18.

This series feeds into Cricket Australia’s development system.

Women’s U19 Tri-Series Australia 2026

Young players get tournament-style experience ahead of future ICC U19 Women’s events.

Series Format and Timeline

The Women’s U19 Tri-Series Australia 2026 is divided into distinct phases.

Phase 1: Three-Day ODI Stretch

April 6-8 brings three consecutive 50-over matches at Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane. Each nation plays two ODI fixtures during this opening phase.

Start time: 2:00 PM AEST (9:30 AM IST / 4:00 AM GMT)

Phase 2: T20 Competition

Six T20 matches run from April 11-18 across two venues. Bill Pippen Oval hosts the first three. Ian Healy Oval handles the final three.

Start time: 10:00 AM AEST (5:30 AM IST / 12:00 AM GMT)

Built-in rest days (April 9-10, 14, 16) manage player workload across the tournament.

Match-by-Match Schedule

Every fixture has specific dates and opponents.

50-Over Format Schedule

A warm-up between Australia and England takes place on April 2 at Brisbane Grammar Northgate. Official timing will be announced.

T20 Format Schedule

Time Zone Conversions:

• ODI matches: 2:00 PM AEST = 9:30 AM IST = 4:00 AM GMT
• T20 matches: 10:00 AM AEST = 5:30 AM IST = midnight GMT

The schedule favors Australian and Indian viewers. UK fans face overnight viewing for most fixtures.

National Squad Lineups

All three teams announced their touring parties.

Australia U19 Women

Leadership: Tegan Williamson (Captain, WA), Emily Powell (Vice-Captain, NSW), Ayaka Stafford (Vice-Captain, QLD)

Powell and Stafford recently toured Sri Lanka with the Australia U19. Williamson competed at the last ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup.

• 14-Player Squad: Tegan Williamson, Emily Powell, Ayaka Stafford, Alyssa Dermody, Aurora Mavros, Ava Drury, Ayla Johnson, Chelsea Sonter, Eva Baird, Filippa Suesee, Indira Panelli, Ira Aery, Mia Barwick, Shiloh Julien

England U19 Women

England brings 16 players, mixing county performers with regional pathway talent.

• 16-Player Squad: Mollie Adams, Maria Andrews, Diya Badge, Sophie Beech, Eliza Bristowe, Olivia Cunliffe, Bryony Gillgrass, Gen Jeer, Trudy Johnson, Eve O’Neill, Amelia Oliver, Shristi Patil, Prarthana Reddy, Clara Thaker, Venus Weerappuli, Bea Willis

Sri Lanka U19 Women

• Full Squad: Chamodi Praboda (C), Vimoksha Balasuriya, Sanjana Kavindi, Umayangana Peiris, Nethagi Isuranjali, Shashini Gimhani, Pramudi Methsara, Limansa Thilakaratne, Nethmi Upeksha, Aseni Thalagune, Chamodi Herath, Danodya Sewmini, Yeshali Jithara, Daria Dissanayke, Shayani Thennakoon

Note: Dharia (Dharani) Dissanayke, included in the squad, has sustained an ankle injury, and as a result, she will not take part in the series.

Lanning’s Coaching Appointment

Australia’s coaching setup includes a major name.

Meg Lanning joins as Development Coach for this series. It marks her first coaching tour since retiring from international cricket on November 8, 2023.

Lanning captained Australia to seven ICC titles during her playing career. That includes two ODI World Cups and five T20 World Cups.

She works with Kristen Beams, Head Coach of Australia’s U19 Women’s program.

Sonya Thompson (Cricket Australia’s Head of National Development) highlighted the series as crucial for player development across formats.

For Australia’s young cricketers, Lanning brings elite-level experience. She played over 200 international matches. She knows what selectors want from pathway players.

How to Watch the Series?

Official broadcasters for the Women’s U19 Tri-Series Australia 2026 haven’t been confirmed.

Here’s where Cricket Australia pathway coverage typically appears.

Australian Coverage

The Cricket Australia Live App streams most domestic and pathway cricket.

Australian fans should download the app and check for updates as April 6 approaches. It’s available for free through Cricket Australia’s website.

Indian Coverage

FanCode has previously streamed Cricket Australia domestic matches for Indian audiences.

Indian viewers should monitor FanCode for coverage announcements. The platform offers match-by-match passes and monthly subscription options.

Cost stays affordable compared to international series packages.

UK Coverage

No UK broadcaster has announced coverage yet.

UK fans should follow Cricket Australia and England Cricket Board on social media for updates.

Highlights Access

Cricket Australia’s YouTube channel may post match highlights.

Full live streams are uncommon for pathway tournaments. Highlights typically appear several hours post-match.

Broadcast confirmations for development cricket usually come 1-2 weeks before the tournament starts.

Playing Grounds Overview

Two Queensland cricket venues host the tournament.

Ian Healy Oval, Brisbane

Seven of nine matches happen at Ian Healy Oval.

Named after former Australian wicketkeeper Ian Healy, the ground regularly hosts Queensland state and pathway cricket.

The pitch typically offers pace and bounce. Quality seam bowlers find assistance. Batters need sound defensive technique.

Brisbane’s April weather sits between 15-25°C. Mostly dry conditions. Rain remains possible but unlikely.

Bill Pippen Oval, Gold Coast

Three T20 matches run at Bill Pippen Oval (April 11-13).

Located about 80 kilometers from Brisbane, the Gold Coast venue adds tournament-style travel logistics.

Both grounds meet professional cricket standards. Queensland has invested in women’s cricket facilities consistently.

The venue change exposes players to different pitch behavior, ground dimensions, and environmental conditions.

Tournament Significance

This tri-series sits within broader women’s cricket development.

The ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 proved that youth women’s cricket has genuine depth globally. Nations are building structured pathways to develop that talent pool.

For Australia, consistent competitive cricket at the U19 level feeds into senior international readiness. The pathway produced players like Alyssa Healy, Ellyse Perry, and Ashleigh Gardner.

England gains valuable overseas experience. Australian pitch conditions challenge technique differently from English grounds. Bounce and pace levels require technical adjustments.

Sri Lanka benchmarks their development program against cricket powerhouses. Access to professional Australian facilities and coaching environments accelerates program growth.

Multi-format competition builds versatile cricketers. Modern international careers span ODI and T20 cricket. Competitive exposure to both formats creates well-rounded players.

Tournament logistics across multiple venues prepare players for ICC events. Travel. Different pitches. Format transitions. All mirror future World Cup demands.

Youth cricket series build tomorrow’s international stars.

FAQs

• What are the exact tournament dates?

The Women’s U19 Tri-Series Australia 2026 runs from April 6-18, 2026. A warm-up match happens on April 2. Official competition begins April 6 with the first ODI.

• How many total matches will be played?

Nine matches total. Three ODI fixtures (April 6-8) followed by six T20 matches (April 11-18).

• Which teams participate, and how many matches does each play?

Australia and England play all nine matches. Sri Lanka contests six matches: two ODIs and four T20 games.

• What time do matches start?

ODI matches start at 2:00 PM local time. T20 matches begin at 10:00 AM local time. Check the schedule tables above for time zone conversions.

• Where are the matches being held?

Ian Healy Oval in Brisbane hosts seven matches. Bill Pippen Oval on the Gold Coast hosts three T20 matches (April 11-13).

• How can I stream the matches online?

Official streaming partners haven’t been confirmed yet. Australian fans should check the Cricket Australia Live App. Indian viewers can monitor FanCode. Announcements typically come 1-2 weeks before the tournament start.

Final Thoughts

The Women’s U19 Tri-Series Australia 2026 runs from April 6-18 across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

Nine matches test Australia, England, and Sri Lanka across ODI and T20 formats.

Meg Lanning brings world-class knowledge to Australia’s coaching staff.

Watch for streaming confirmations on the Cricket Australia Live App (Australia) and FanCode (India) as the tournament approaches.

Queensland delivers two weeks of competitive women’s U19 cricket.

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