India U19 Faces Pakistan in Thrilling ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup Final
Exciting Final Awaits at ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026
Al Amerat (Oman), November 13: The India Under-19 cricket team is set to clash with their long-time rivals, Pakistan Under-19, in the final of the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026. This highly anticipated match will take place at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground on Saturday, November 14, as the Indian squad aims to conclude their remarkable journey by securing the championship trophy.
India earned their spot in the final with a commanding eight-wicket win over Afghanistan Under-19 in the second semi-final. Chasing a target of 228 runs, the Indian team successfully reached 231/2 in just 36.5 overs, demonstrating their batting strength and securing a comfortable victory. They will strive to maintain this momentum as they head into the final.
On the other hand, Pakistan reached the final after a decisive nine-wicket victory against Bangladesh in the first semi-final. After bowling out Bangladesh for 138 runs, Pakistan chased down the target in a mere 21.5 overs, losing only one wicket. With both teams coming off impressive wins, India will face a tough challenge against their rivals as they seek to claim the continental title.
Aaryavir Sehwag has emerged as a key player for India, leading the tournament in runs scored. He has accumulated 303 runs in four innings, boasting an impressive average of 101, which includes a remarkable 160 and two half-centuries. His consistent performance at the top of the order has been vital for India’s success, and all eyes will be on him as he aims to shine in the final.
Pakistan's Usman Khan is also a standout performer, ranking second in the tournament with 238 runs at an average of 119.00. With a century and a half-century to his credit, Usman has been instrumental in Pakistan's journey to the final. The showdown between Sehwag and Usman is expected to be a highlight of the match, with both players likely to play crucial roles.
In terms of bowling, India’s Ishan Sood has been impressive, currently sitting third on the list of leading wicket-takers with 11 wickets in four matches at an average of 12.18, including a best performance of 4/37. His contributions will be critical in the final against Pakistan.
Pakistan's Rizwanullah matches Sood with 11 wickets as well, maintaining an average of 12.00 and achieving a five-wicket haul, with his best figures being 5/30 against Bangladesh in the semi-final. His performance will be crucial as he faces India’s batting lineup in the final.
Squads:
India U19 Squad: Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani(c), Aaryavir Sehwag, VK Vineeth, Yashbardhan Chauhan, Arjun Rajput, Anvay Dravid(w), Manal Chauhan, Mohit Ulva, Aryan Savsani, Kavya Patel, Ishan Sood, Kushagra Ojha, Rajat Baghel, Shavin Vinodh, Yashveer Goud.
Pakistan U19 Squad: Usman Khan, Hayam Khan, Abdul Qadir, Farhan Yousaf(c), Ahmed Hussain, Ali Raza, Hamza Zahoor(w), Hasnain Abbas Dar, Mohammad Sayyam, Rizwanullah, Niqab Shafiq, Jahangir Bilal, Huzaifa Ahsan, Mohammad Huzaifa, Abdul Subhan.