The ICC U-19 World Cup got underway across the United Arab Emirates today. Forty eight matches will be played in the 16 day tournament. This year's event carries extra significance as it is taking place a year before the 2015 ICC World Cup. The 16 teams in the 16 day tournament have been divided in four groups. India figures in Group A which also includes Pakistan, Scotland and Papua New Guinea. On the opening day, four matches are being played. While the match between Sri Lanka and New Zealand is in progress, the results of the remaining three matches have come. Zimbawbe defeated Canada by six wickets. South Africa won against West Indies by 94 runs and England defeated UAE by 213 runs. India, also the holders of the World Cup and the Champions Trophy, will seek to defend the junior title in the tournament. Led by Vijay Zol , India play their first match against Pakistan tomorrow.