India to begin title defence against Sri Lanka in U 19 World Cup

Holders India will begin their Under-19 World Cup defence with a clash against Sri Lanka on January 19th at the Mangaung Oval in Bloemfontein, South Africa.   Four-time champions India have been grouped alongside New Zealand, Sri Lanka and first-timers Japan in Group A in the tournament, starting on January 17th next year. India will take on Japan on January 21st and New Zealand and January 24th in the 16-team tournament, the final of which is scheduled for 9th February. Last edition's ...