The Indian Under-19 cricket team has confirmed its place in the final of Asia Cup 2026. In the semi-final match, India defeated Afghanistan by 8 wickets. Now the Indian team will face the current champion Pakistan in the title match. The final match between the two teams will be played on 14 November.
In the semi-finals, Afghanistan, batting first, scored 227 runs at the loss of 8 wickets in the stipulated 50 overs. The Indian team, which came to chase the target, displayed excellent batting. Under the leadership of captain Lakshya Raichandani, the batsmen took the team to victory. India scored 230 runs after losing just 2 wickets in 36.5 overs and won the match.
Whereas, in the second semi-final, Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by 9 wickets and entered the final. In this way, now there will be a competition between India and Pakistan for the Asia Cup trophy.
India has a chance to win the title for the eighth time
The Indian team has an excellent record in the history of Under-19 Asia Cup. India has become champion in this tournament a record eight times so far. The team won the title in 1989, 2003, 2012, 2013-14, 2016, 2018, 2019 and 2021. Apart from this, India was runner-up in 2024 and 2025.
India had to face defeat at the hands of Pakistan in the last final. This time too both the teams will face each other in the title match. In such a situation, the Indian team will have a chance to settle the score of the previous defeat and become champion once again. India has so far lost only against Pakistan in the tournament.
When and where will the India-Pakistan final take place?
The final of the Under-19 Asia Cup 2026 between India and Pakistan will be played on November 14 at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman. The match will start at 10:30 am Indian time.
Where to watch live telecast of the match?
Live TV broadcast: Sony Sports Network
Live Streaming: Sony Liv App
Final date: 14 November 2026
Ground: Al Amerat Cricket Ground, Oman
Match start time: 10:30 am (Indian time)