Bermuda will play the United States and Canada on home soil in the ICC Americas Under-17 Tournament in August that will serve as the qualification process for the Under-19 World Cup in 2016.

The matches will be played at the National Sports Centre from August 18 to 23 and the Bermuda will be made up of the youngsters who have been playing for the Under-17 team in the First Division this season, with the specific purpose of preparing for World Cup qualification.

Lloyd Fray, the president of the BCB, is looking forward to hosting another youth tournament in Bermuda. “It is a great honour to be able to have our young men competing on home soil in the international arena,” Fray said.

“Last year the BCB successfully hosted the World Cricket League 3 and we fully expect to showcase Bermuda’s unique heritage, culture and world famous hospitality in August.

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Government of Bermuda for their support and assistance in securing this prestigious event.”

Ben Kavenagh, the ICC regional manager, said: “The Bermuda Cricket Board put a compelling case for this important competition to be brought to these beautiful shores.

“The Government of Bermuda and the BCB continue to evidence a productive and world-class partnership in delivering cricket development programmes and hosting fine cricket tournaments.

“I look forward to some excellent cricket, new friendships among the young men, and an opportunity for the stars of the future to display their talents.”