A cricket match between India U19 and Pakistan U19 is always special, no matter the level. Over the past year, rivalry between the two sides has intensified, and every encounter carries extra pressure and emotions.
While India have dominated Pakistan at the senior level, Pakistan have enjoyed slightly better success in age-group cricket. The two sides last met in the U19 Asia Cup 2025 final, where Pakistan emerged winners. However, the situation is very different this time.
The Super Six Match 12 of the ICC Under 19 World Cup 2026 is a virtual quarterfinal, deciding the final semifinalist. The match will be played on Sunday at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, starting at 1:00 PM IST.
Pakistan need a big win to improve their NRR and qualify, while India only need a win or even a close defeat. That difference in pressure could play a key role.
IND vs PAK Match Details
| Match Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Tournament | ICC Under 19 World Cup 2026 |
| Match | India U19 vs Pakistan U19 – Match 12, Super Six |
| Date | Sunday, 1 February 2026 |
| Time | 01:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo |
Match Preview
India U19
India U19 have been unbeaten in the tournament so far and have won all matches convincingly. Their batting has been solid from top to bottom, and their bowling unit has regularly dismantled opposition lineups.
The freedom of knowing qualification is almost secured gives India confidence. Players like Ayush Mhatre, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, and Henil Patel have delivered consistently.
Key Strengths
- Strong top order
- Balanced bowling attack
- No pressure of elimination
Pakistan U19
Pakistan U19 enter this match under immense pressure. They need not just a win but a big-margin victory. Their bowling unit has quality, but the batting has looked fragile at times.
A slow approach against Zimbabwe earlier in the Super Six hurt their NRR badly, and now they must attack from ball one.
Key Concerns
- Middle-order inconsistency
- Pressure of elimination
- NRR situation
Head-to-Head Record (U19 ODIs)
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| India U19 | 16 |
| Pakistan U19 | 12 |
| No Result | 1 |
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| India U19 | W, W, W, W, W |
| Pakistan U19 | W, L, W, W, W |
Weather & Pitch Report – Bulawayo
Weather Update
- Temperature: 24–26°C
- Humidity: 40–45%
- Rain: 0% chance
Pitch Report
- Batting-friendly surface
- Spinners get help as match progresses
- Chasing teams have done well
- Par score: 230–240
Queens Sports Club – ODI Stats
| Record | Stats |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 99 |
| Bat First Wins | 46 |
| Bat Second Wins | 51 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 233 |
| Highest Score | 399/1 |
| Lowest Score | 48/10 |
Predicted Playing XI
India U19
- Aaron George
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi
- Ayush Mhatre (c)
- Vedant Trivedi
- Vihaan Malhotra
- Abhigyan Kundu (wk)
- Kanishk Chouhan
- R S Ambrish
- Khilan Patel
- Henil Patel
- Udhav Mohan
Pakistan U19
- Hamza Zahoor (wk)
- Sameer Minhas
- Usman Khan
- Farhan Yousaf (c)
- Ahmed Hussain
- Huzaifa Ahsan
- Mohammad Shayan
- Abdul Subhan
- Momin Qamar
- Mohammad Sayyam
- Ali Raza
Dream11 Fantasy Tips
Small League (Safe Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Ayush Mhatre
- Ahmed Hussain
- Henil Patel
- Ali Raza
Grand League (Risk Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi
- Sameer Minhas
- Vihaan Malhotra
- R S Ambrish
Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
India U19 have been the most dominant team in the tournament and have won all matches comfortably. Pakistan have quality bowlers, but their batting has shown vulnerability under pressure.
India also have the advantage of playing freely, knowing qualification is almost assured. Pakistan, on the other hand, are under elimination pressure, which could affect decision-making.
Predicted Winner: India U19
Injury Update
| Team | Status |
|---|---|
| India U19 | No injury updates |
| Pakistan U19 | No injury updates |
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