DHAKA, Feb 15, 2026 (BSS)- The Youth Cricket League, a tournament for young 
cricketers, is set to begin in the first week of March, a Bangladesh Cricket 
Board (BCB) official said.

The league, tentatively scheduled to start on March 5, is considered as a key 
preparation platform for Under-19 players ahead of the 2028 Youth World Cup. 

A 30-member preliminary squad will be selected based on players' performances 
in the tournament.

Cox's Bazar and Sylhet are considered as venues, as the board believes the 
availability of multiple grounds in both locations will help ensure smooth 
organization. A final decision on the host venue will be announced later.

Meanwhile, following the national elections, cricket activities in the 
country are gradually resuming. Most cricketers had been on rest prior to the 
13th National Elections held on February 12.
 
At present, only the Bangladesh Women's 'A' team is engaged in competitive 
cricket.

Domestic cricket will mark the full return to action, with the ODI version of 
the Bangladesh Cricket League (BCL) scheduled to begin on February 23. The 
much-anticipated Youth Cricket League for junior cricketers will follow soon 
after.