Nepal suffered their second consecutive defeat in the ICC U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup as Scotland edged past them by one wicket in a tense encounter at YSD-UKM Cricket Oval, Bangi, Malaysia, on Monday.

Seventeen years after they last hosted a global tournament - the men's Under-19 World Cup - Malaysia is set to host the 2025 edition of the women's Under-19 T20 World Cup. Here's all you need to know about the tournament starting January 18.

Nigeria have defeated New Zealand in a thrilling encounter in the ongoing U19 Women's T20 World Cup in Malaysia. This loss has almost knocked the young white ferns out of the tournament as they have lost both their games and are left to face Samoa Women only.

India will begin their campaign in the U19 Women's T20 World Cup on Sunday when they take the field against Samara Ramnath's West Indies. Nikki Prasad will be leading India in the tournament. The defending champions will be looking for a good start.

India begin title defense with strong win. (Photo Source: Twitter/ICC) Reigning champions India got the defence of their trophy off to the perfect start with a nine-wicket victory over West Indies. India were ruthless with the ball and in the field before chasing down their target of 45 inside the powerplay.

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.