India U19 and Afghanistan U19 will face off at Oman’s Al Amerat Cricket Ground on Thursday morning for a place in the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 final. The match kicks off at 10:30 AM IST, with both teams eager to secure their spot in the final scheduled for November 14.
India enters the semi-final after finishing second in Group A, winning against Nepal and the UAE but losing to Pakistan. Afghanistan, by contrast, topped Group B with an unbeaten run, defeating Bangladesh, Malaysia, and Sri Lanka. The Afghan side’s performance has drawn attention as they aim to reach the tournament final for the first time in this competition.
The Indian squad is captained by Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani and includes players such as Aaryavir Sehwag, VK Vineeth, and wicketkeeper Anvay Dravid. Afghanistan’s team is led by Sohail Khan, with notable players like Abidullah Nadarjan, Faridullah Ihsas, and wicketkeeper Noman Salarzai.
Sony Sports Network in India will broadcast the match live, with streaming available on the SonyLIV app and website. The venue, Al Amerat Cricket Ground, has hosted several key matches in this tournament, providing a neutral ground in Oman for these young teams.
India’s campaign showed strength in their opening matches, securing comfortable wins that established them as contenders despite the setback against Pakistan. Afghanistan’s unbeaten streak through Group B has built momentum, making this semi-final a test for their consistency against a traditionally strong Indian side.
The winner will meet the victor of the first semi-final to contest the title on November 14. Both teams have demonstrated the potential to challenge for the trophy, with players from each side keen to make an impression on the international stage.
The match unfolds as the tournament enters its decisive phase, with the semi-finals determining which teams will contest the final. The encounter at Al Amerat promises a competitive contest between two nations with rising cricketing talent at the under-19 level.
According to Yahoo Sports.