Key points
- The BCCI announced India U19 A and India U19 B squads on November 9, 2026, for the Muthoot FinCorp T20 Tri-Series featuring Nepal U19.
- The tournament will be held at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru from November 10 to 22, with a final scheduled for November 22.
- Bhavika Ahire will captain India U19 A, with Ira Jadhav as vice-captain; Anaadi Tagde will lead India U19 B, with Uma Kashvi as vice-captain.
- Both India squads contain 15 players, giving the selectors a 30-player group for the home tri-series.
- The schedule features six league matches in a double round-robin format, with each side facing the other two teams twice before the final.
- The BCCI says the tri-series is preparation for the ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2027, scheduled to be held in Bangladesh and Nepal early next year.
India have named separate Under-19 A and B women's squads for the Muthoot FinCorp T20 Tri-Series against Nepal, with Bhavika Ahire and Anaadi Tagde appointed captains of the two teams. The tournament will be played at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru from November 10 to 22, 2026, and is part of India's preparation for the ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2027.
The Women's Selection Committee announced both 15-member squads on November 9. Ira Jadhav will serve as vice-captain of India U19 A, while Uma Kashvi has been named deputy to Tagde in the B team. Nepal U19 completes the three-team field, which will play a double round-robin league before the final.
Ahire and Tagde take charge of the two India teams
Bhavika Ahire, who is also listed as a wicketkeeper in the A squad, will lead India U19 A. The group includes Tanishka Sharma, Riya Bhati, Ira Jadhav, Nidhi Mahto, Ipsita Mondal, Purva Siwach, Mehek Narwase, Shambhavi Rajput, Maitri Maniar, Julie Kumari, Gauri Goyal, Nandhana Sridharan, Preeti Kapoor and Grisha Kataria.
Anaadi Tagde will captain India U19 B, with Uma Kashvi as vice-captain. The squad also features Ishwari Awsare, Rachita Hatwar, Deeya Yadav, Archana, Shreya S Chawan, Samaira Raghav, Kumari Palak, Achsah Parmar, Nishta Soti, Vidhi Parmar, Vandita K Rao, Akshara Tiwari and Palak Singh. Rachita Hatwar and Shreya S Chawan are the wicketkeeping options listed in the B team.
The selection gives India two groups of 15 players for the home competition. It also allows the selectors to assess a wider pool of emerging cricketers in match conditions against an international opponent, rather than relying only on practice games.
WPL-linked youngsters feature in the squads
Several names in the squads have attracted attention through recent domestic performances and the Women's Premier League auction. Uma Kashvi, who has been appointed vice-captain of India U19 B, was signed by Delhi Capitals for Rs 10 lakh at the WPL 2027 auction, according to The Statesman.
Deeya Yadav is also included in the B team, while Samaira Raghav features in the same squad. Sportstar's report noted that Deeya was selected by Delhi Capitals and Raghav by Gujarat Giants. Their inclusion gives the young players an opportunity to build on their growing profiles in a competitive international tri-series environment.
Ahire brings leadership experience into the A side. The Statesman reported that she had led India to victories in the U19 T20 and one-day series against Sri Lanka earlier in 2026. She was also part of India's squad that won the 2025 ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup.
How the Bengaluru tri-series will be played
The tournament follows a double round-robin format. India U19 A and India U19 B will meet in the opening match on November 10. India U19 B then face Nepal on November 12, before India U19 A take on Nepal on November 14.
The second round begins with another India A versus India B fixture on November 16. India U19 B play Nepal again on November 18, while India U19 A meet Nepal in the final league match on November 20. The final is scheduled for November 22, with the top two teams qualifying for the title match.
The format gives each team two opportunities against both opponents and provides a sequence of matches across nearly two weeks. For the Indian players, the competition offers repeated opportunities to adjust combinations, handle pressure and demonstrate consistency.
Preparation for the 2027 U19 Women's T20 World Cup
The BCCI has described the tri-series as preparation for the ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2027, scheduled to be held in Bangladesh and Nepal early next year. India have won both editions of the tournament held so far, in 2023 and 2025, and will be aiming to defend their title in the next edition.
With the World Cup approaching, the Bengaluru matches offer a useful assessment window for the selectors and coaching staff. The two India squads include a mix of players with previous age-group international experience and emerging names who can press their case through performances in the series.
Nepal's participation adds an international contest to the preparation programme. The results will determine the tri-series champion, but the broader objective for India is to identify combinations and build depth ahead of the global event.
Full India U19 squads for the Nepal tri-series
India U19 A: Bhavika Ahire (captain, wicketkeeper), Tanishka Sharma, Riya Bhati, Ira Jadhav (vice-captain), Nidhi Mahto, Ipsita Mondal, Purva Siwach, Mehek Narwase, Shambhavi Rajput (wicketkeeper), Maitri Maniar, Julie Kumari, Gauri Goyal, Nandhana Sridharan, Preeti Kapoor and Grisha Kataria.
India U19 B: Ishwari Awsare, Rachita Hatwar (wicketkeeper), Deeya Yadav, Archana, Shreya S Chawan (wicketkeeper), Samaira Raghav, Kumari Palak, Uma Kashvi (vice-captain), Achsah Parmar, Nishta Soti, Vidhi Parmar, Vandita K Rao, Anaadi Tagde (captain), Akshara Tiwari and Palak Singh.
India's two squads will begin their Bengaluru campaign on November 10, with the final scheduled for November 22. The series gives a broad group of young players a chance to compete ahead of the next U19 Women's T20 World Cup and gives the selectors another look at the country's emerging talent.
Frequently asked questions
Who will captain India U19 A and India U19 B in the Nepal tri-series?
Bhavika Ahire will captain India U19 A, with Ira Jadhav as vice-captain. Anaadi Tagde will lead India U19 B, with Uma Kashvi named as her deputy. The BCCI announced both 15-member squads on November 9, 2026.
When and where will the India U19 women's tri-series take place?
The Muthoot FinCorp T20 Tri-Series will be held at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru from November 10 to 22, 2026. India U19 A, India U19 B and Nepal U19 are the three participating teams, with the final scheduled for November 22.
What is the format of the India U19 A, India U19 B and Nepal series?
The three teams will play a double round-robin league, meaning each side faces the other two teams twice. Six league matches are scheduled from November 10 to 20, followed by the final on November 22.
Why is India hosting this U19 women's tri-series?
The BCCI says the tournament will serve as preparation for the ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup 2027, which is scheduled to be held in Bangladesh and Nepal early next year. The series gives the selectors a competitive setting to assess a wider group of young players.
Who is Uma Kashvi and which team will she represent?
Uma Kashvi has been named vice-captain of India U19 B for the Bengaluru tri-series. The Statesman reported that Delhi Capitals signed her for Rs 10 lakh at the WPL 2027 auction, making her one of the young players to watch in the competition.