Peake is the only member of Australia’s squad that won the Under 19 World Cup in South Africa last year, with all-rounder Will Malajczuk, fellow batter Nitesh Samuel and pace bowler William Taylor also likely to play a major role in the Aussies’ title defence.
The Australia team will be coached by Tim Nielsen and he believes the side is well balanced to make a bid for back-to-back titles.
“We’re delighted to announce a strong and well-balanced squad for the ICC Under-19 World Cup,” Nielsen said.
“Our focus has been on selecting a group with complementary skill sets that provide the best chance of success in the tournament.
“The players named have impressed with their performances during the U19 series against India in September and at the recent National U19 Championships in Perth.
“It’s an exciting group, some have already experienced senior training environments, while others are progressing rapidly through our pathway
“The World Cup is a fantastic opportunity for these young cricketers to showcase their talent and test themselves against the best in the world.”
