U19 Asia Cup: India sets up title clash with Pakistan after 8-wicket victory over Afghanistan

Published 12 Nov 2026, 18:12 IST

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India will field a second‑string side coached by Under‑23 manager Naushad Moosa in the SAFF Championship semifinal against the Maldives, as the senior national team is currently in New Zealand for two friendly matches.

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India Under-19 produced a commanding performance to defeat Afghanistan by eight wickets in the second semi-final of the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026 at Al Amerat, Oman, on Thursday, booking their place in the final against arch-rivals Pakistan.

Coverage arrived over 70 hours. First from The Hindu, latest from The Avenue Mail.

High Corroboration 6 news outlets reporting

How this event was covered

First reported by The Hindu at 15:06 UTC on 10 Nov.

Coverage ran into a second day.

Across 2 desks: india, sports.

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India TV Independent News Service 12 Nov 2026, 16:59 IST

India dominate Afghanistan to reach U19 Asia Cup final, set up thrilling summit clash with Pakistan

The Indian team performed brilliantly as they took on Afghanistan in the semi-final of the U19 Asia Cup semi-final. The two sides met at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground Oman Cricket on November 12th, and Men in Blue put forth a marvellous showing, winning the game by eight wickets and reaching the…

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The Tribune The Tribune Trust Current article 12 Nov 2026, 18:12 IST

U19 Asia Cup: India sets up title clash with Pakistan after 8-wicket victory over Afghanistan

India Under-19 produced a commanding performance to defeat Afghanistan by eight wickets in the second semi-final of the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026 at Al Amerat, Oman, on Thursday, booking their place in the final against arch-rivals Pakistan.

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The Indian Express Indian Express Group 12 Nov 2026, 19:18 IST

Lakshya Raichandani leads by example as Pakistan await India in Asia Cup final

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The Hindu Kasturi & Sons Ltd. 12 Nov 2026, 23:55 IST

U19 Asia Cup: Raichandani’s 93 sees India to final, to face Pakistan in title clash

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16 hours later
Livemint HT Media Ltd. 13 Nov 2026, 16:39 IST

From Aaryavir Sehwag to Lakshya Raichandani: 5 youngsters who could break into India’s senior team after U19 Asia Cup

India will lock horns against Pakistan in the final of the U19 Asia Cup 2026 tournament in Al Amerat on Saturday. 

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The Avenue Mail The Avenue Mail 13 Nov 2026, 18:59 IST

India, Pakistan clash for U-19 Asia cup crown

India battle arch-rivals Pakistan in Saturday’s Under-19 Asia Cup final at the Amerat Cricket Ground. The Boys in Blue seek revenge for last year’s 151-run defeat. Victory will hand India a record-extending ninth continental trophy. Meanwhile, defending champions Pakistan aim to retain their crown…

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