Oman to host India-Pakistan U-19 Asia Cup final on Saturday

Muscat: India Under-19 booked their place in the final of the 2026 U-19 Asia Cup with a convincing eight-wicket victory over Afghanistan, setting up a high-profile clash against Pakistan in Amerat, Oman, on Saturday.

Captain Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani led the chase with a steady top-order contribution, while Aaryavir Sehwag struck a half-century to guide the Boys in Blue to victory.

India will now face Pakistan Under-19 in the final after the latter defeated Bangladesh in the first semi-final.