India U19 vs Pakistan U19 – ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026: Date, Time, Venue, Key Details & Qualification Scenarios

The ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 has reached a thrilling phase as 16 teams battle it out in Zimbabwe and Namibia from January 15 to February 6, 2026. This edition has already produced standout performances and sets the stage for a high-stakes clash between cricket’s fiercest young rivals — India U19 and Pakistan U19 — in the Super Six stage.

📅 Match Details: Date, Time & Venue

• 📌 Match: India U19 vs Pakistan U19
• 🗓 Date: Sunday, 1 February 2026
• 🕒 Time: Around 1:00 PM IST (Toss at 12:30 PM IST)
• 📍 Venue: Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe

This fixture is one of the Super Six matches and could be decisive in determining who advances to the semifinals.

🏏 Tournament & Stage Context

The U19 Cricket World Cup 2026 is a 50-over format event featuring 16 international youth teams. After the initial group stages, the top sides enter the Super Six phase, where teams carry forward points and compete for semifinal spots.

India and Pakistan both progressed from their respective groups and are now facing a pivotal clash in the Super Six round.

📊 Team Form & Road to the Match

🇮🇳 India U19

India enters this match unbeaten in the tournament. Their campaign has been remarkable:

• Big wins over teams like Zimbabwe and USA.
• Strong performances from Vihaan Malhotra, including a century that helped India post massive totals.
• They currently sit on top of the Super Six Group 2 points table.

India’s well-balanced batting lineup and disciplined bowling make them one of the favorites to advance.

🇵🇰 Pakistan U19

Pakistan has shown strong performances too:

• A convincing 8-wicket win over New Zealand in the Super Six stage propelled them into contention.
• Sameer Minhas and Abdul Subhan have been key contributors with bat and ball, respectively.

Despite having fewer points than India, Pakistan remains very much in the race for a semifinal spot.

🧠 Semi-Final Qualification Scenarios

The stakes are high — and here’s why this match matters:

🔥 Scenario 1 — India Win

If India wins:

• They almost certainly secure a semifinal spot.
• Their net run rate (NRR) is substantially higher than Pakistan’s, which helps them even if the situation gets tight.

🔥 Scenario 2 — Pakistan Win

If Pakistan wins:

• Pakistan could tie on points with India and England — but it’s more complicated than that.
• Pakistan would need a big win by a comfortable margin to improve their net run rate significantly.
• Even with a win, India’s superior NRR could still see them through.

🔥 Other Teams’ Results

England’s result against New Zealand could also affect semifinal scenarios, especially if points become tied and net run rate matters.

📺 Where to Watch

Cricket fans can catch the match via official ICC broadcast partners — this includes live TV channels and online streaming platforms covering the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026.

⭐ Key Players to Watch

🧠 Expert Insights

This match isn’t just about rivalry; it’s effectively a semifinal qualifier in all but name. India holds the upper hand due to both results and net run rate, while Pakistan must play near-perfect cricket to turn the table.

FAQ Section

1. When is India U19 vs Pakistan U19 in the U19 World Cup 2026?

The match is scheduled for 1 February 2026 at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo — starting in the afternoon.

2. What time does the India U19 vs Pakistan U19 match begin?

The game begins around 1:00 PM IST, with the toss at 12:30 PM IST.

3. Where is the India U19 vs Pakistan U19 match being played?

The fixture is hosted at Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.

4. Why is this match important?

This Super Six match could determine semifinal spots, especially for Pakistan, who must win with a strong net run rate to qualify.

5. Who are some key players?

Watch out for Vihaan Malhotra and Ayush Mhatre (India), and Sameer Minhas and Abdul Subhan (Pakistan).