Irungu believes his team is ready to return to the global stage for the first time since 2018.
“We are well prepared. I am very confident in my boys; they will make it (to the World Cup) this time around. They just need to be focused and strong mentally,” said Irungu.
After nearly three months of intense preparation, the moment of truth has arrived for Kenya as they take on Sierra Leone in their opening match of the 2026 International Cricket Council (ICC) Under-19 Men’s World Cup Africa Division One Qualifier in Lagos, Nigeria on Friday.
The tournament also features defending champions Namibia, Uganda, and Tanzania, competing in a round-robin format. The ultimate prize is a sole ticket to the 2026 ICC U-19 World Cup, co-hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia.
