Overview:
India are assured of a spot in the semi-finals, thanks to their impressive Net Run Rate (NRR), regardless of the outcome.
The stage is set for one of cricket’s fiercest rivalries as India and Pakistan collide in the Super Six phase of the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2026.
India remain undefeated in the tournament, with an impressive NRR of 3.337, while Pakistan have impressed with their performances, keeping their semi-final hopes alive.
IND vs PAK, ICC Men’s U19 World Cup 2026 – Match Details & Where to Watch
When will the India vs Pakistan match be played?
India U19 will take on Pakistan U19 in an electrifying clash on February 1, 2026.
What time does the India vs Pakistan U-19 World Cup match start?
The match is scheduled to begin at 1:00 PM IST.
What time is the toss for the India vs Pakistan U-19 World Cup game?
The toss will take place at 12:30 PM IST.
Which venue will host the India vs Pakistan U-19 World Cup match?
The fixture will take place at the Queens Sports Club.
Where can fans watch the India vs Pakistan U-19 World Cup match?
The match will be broadcast on the Star Sports Network, with streaming available on JioHotstar.
U19 World Cup 2026: How Teams Can Qualify for the Semifinals
Super 6 Group 2 Standings Overview
India U19 and England U19 are currently at the top of Group 2, and are unbeaten in the tournament so far. India, however, sits at the top of the group due to their superior Net Run Rate (NRR), despite both teams being level on points. Pakistan U19 are in third place.
India’s Chances
India are assured of a spot in the semi-finals, thanks to their impressive Net Run Rate (NRR), regardless of the outcome. A victory would guarantee Ayush Mhatre and his team advance as the Group 2 winners. The only uncertainty would be whether India finish first or second in the Super 6 phase, which will depend on England’s result against New Zealand.
Pakistan’s Progress
Although Pakistan still have a theoretical chance to qualify, the road ahead is much tougher for them.
If Pakistan win against India: Even a victory may not guarantee qualification, as they would need a substantial margin to surpass India’s /or England’s NRR.
If England triumph over New Zealand: With England gaining more points, Pakistan would need a commanding victory over India, along with a significant improvement in their NRR, to have a chance at surpassing either India or England.
If India defeat Pakistan: With a loss, Pakistan will be eliminated from the race for the U19 World Cup 2026 semi-finals, as they would stay behind India and England in terms of points.
IND vs PAK U19 World Cup 2026 Squads
India: Ayush Mhatre (c), Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Harvansh Pangalia, Kanishk Chouhan, Vedant Trivedi, Vihaan Malhotra, Abhigyan Kundu (wk), Deepesh Devendran, RS Ambrish, Khilan Patel, Henil Patel, Mohamed Enaan, Udhav Mohan, Kishan Kumar Singh, Aaron George.
Pakistan U19 Squad: Sameer Minhas, Ali Hassan Baloch, Usman Khan, Ahmed Hussain, Farhan Yousaf(c), Huzaifa Ahsan, Hamza Zahoor(w), Abdul Subhan, Momin Qamar, Mohammad Sayyam, Ali Raza, Mohammad Shayan, Daniyal Ali Khan, Umar Zaib, Niqab Shafiq