gbTeam United Kingdom U17 Selection Hub
Test UK Age-Group Cricketers Against International Subcontinent Opponents
Calling Top U17 Cricketers Across United Kingdom
We are gathering high-performing individual players from across United Kingdom to assemble representative 15-player national teams. If player volume is high, multiple squads will be selected to represent United Kingdom in Colombo!
Country Overview & Selection Strategy
For UK age-group players and independent school teams, playing cricket in Sri Lanka is a right of passage. The Rising Stars League delivers top-grade turf wickets, floodlit T20/40-over fixtures, and elite Sri Lankan coaching masterclasses.
REGIONAL TALENT CORRIDORS
Select Your United Kingdom Region
Localized player trial guidelines, academy partner networks, and travel information for youth cricketers across United Kingdom.
London & Home Counties
Bringing London's top county age-group and independent school cricketers to Colombo for high-level international competition.
- County talent exposure
- 4/5-star hotel options
- Cultural excursions
Birmingham & West Midlands
Midlands youth players get first-hand experience against subcontinent spin bowling and warm-weather match play.
- Spin bowling clinics
- Parent supporter tickets
- Full kit logistics
Yorkshire (Leeds & Bradford)
Famous northern cricket roots meet tropical Colombo venues. Prepare your squad for real international match pressure.
- Rigorous fixture schedule
- Video analysis
- Medical standby
Manchester & Lancashire
North West junior stars travel to Sri Lanka for an all-inclusive 14-day international tournament experience.
- All-inclusive team packages
- Live YouTube streaming
- Scout exposure
Leicestershire
Leicester's vibrant youth cricket community joins the global stage in Colombo.
- Masterclasses by international legends
- Galle & Pinnawala tours
Full Parental & Minor Safeguarding Verification
Compliant with international minor safety protocols, police background checks, and 24/7 on-site medical standby in Colombo.