Anvay Dravid and Aaryavir Sehwag have been named in India's 15-member squad for the ACC Men's Under-19 Asia Cup 2026, giving the sons of former India captains Rahul Dravid and Virender Sehwag an opportunity to feature in the continental tournament. The Board of Control for Cricket in India announced the squad on October 30, with Lakshya Raichandani appointed captain and Yashbardhan Singh Chauhan named vice-captain.
The tournament will be played in Muscat, Oman, from November 5 to 14. India have been placed in Group A alongside Nepal, Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates, and will begin their campaign against Nepal on November 6.
Dravid and Sehwag earn places after strong domestic performances
Anvay Dravid, a wicketkeeper-batter, and top-order batter Aaryavir Sehwag have earned selection following impressive performances in age-group cricket. Anvay is the son of former India captain and head coach Rahul Dravid, while Aaryavir is the son of former India opener Virender Sehwag. Their selection brings two high-profile young names into the squad, but both have also made their case through runs at junior level.
Anvay produced a major innings in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy, scoring 151 from 100 deliveries for Karnataka against Gujarat. He had also made an impression in a Youth ODI against Sri Lanka at Hambantota in July, scoring 87 from 67 balls. The performances underline his batting contribution alongside his wicketkeeping role in the India squad.
Aaryavir also made a substantial contribution in the domestic competition. The Delhi batter scored 173 from 143 deliveries against Chandigarh in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy. The innings strengthened his credentials for selection as India prepare for the challenge in Oman.
Lakshya Raichandani to lead 15-member squad
Lakshya Raichandani will lead the Indian side, with Yashbardhan Singh Chauhan serving as his deputy. The wicketkeeping options named by the BCCI are Anvay Dravid and Rajat Baghel. The rest of the squad includes Aaryavir Sehwag, V.K. Vineeth, Kushagra Ojha, Arjun Rajput, Manal Chauhan, V. Yashveer, Aryan Savsani, Mohit Ulva, Kavya Patel, Shavin Vinod and Ishan Sood.
The complete squad is: Lakshya Raichandani (captain), Aaryavir Sehwag, V.K. Vineeth, Yashbardhan Singh Chauhan (vice-captain), Kushagra Ojha, Arjun Rajput, Manal Chauhan, Anvay Dravid (wicketkeeper), Rajat Baghel (wicketkeeper), V. Yashveer, Aryan Savsani, Mohit Ulva, Kavya Patel, Shavin Vinod and Ishan Sood.
India placed in Group A with Pakistan
India will compete in Group A alongside Pakistan, Nepal and the UAE. Group B comprises Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Malaysia. The top two teams from each group will progress to the semi-finals, scheduled for November 12, while the tournament final is set for November 14.
India's group-stage schedule begins with Nepal on November 6 at OCC Turf 1 in Muscat. The team will then meet Pakistan at the same venue on November 8 before taking on the UAE on November 10 at OCC Turf 2. The match against Pakistan is likely to draw particular attention, but all three fixtures will be important in the race to qualify for the knockout stage.
A significant step for India's next generation
The Asia Cup offers the selected players an opportunity to test themselves against other leading Under-19 teams in the region. For Anvay and Aaryavir, the tournament is another stage in their development after their recent domestic performances. Their family names will attract attention, but their contribution with bat and gloves will be judged by what they produce for the junior national side.
India's immediate objective will be to finish among the top two teams in Group A and secure a place in the semi-finals. With the squad led by Raichandani and a group-stage meeting against Pakistan included in the schedule, the Muscat tournament will provide a useful measure of India's depth and form ahead of the knockout rounds.
Frequently asked questions
Who has been named in India's U19 Asia Cup 2026 squad?
The BCCI has selected a 15-member India squad for the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup, including Anvay Dravid and Aaryavir Sehwag. Lakshya Raichandani will captain the team, while Yashbardhan Singh Chauhan is the vice-captain. The tournament will be held in Muscat, Oman, from November 5 to 14.
Who is the captain of India's U19 team for the Asia Cup?
Lakshya Raichandani has been appointed captain of India's 15-member squad for the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup. Yashbardhan Singh Chauhan will serve as vice-captain. India are placed in Group A alongside Nepal, Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates for the tournament in Oman.
When will India play Pakistan in the U19 Asia Cup 2026?
India are scheduled to face Pakistan on November 8 in their second Group A match of the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup. The fixture will be played at OCC Turf 1 in Muscat, Oman. India begin their campaign against Nepal on November 6 before meeting Pakistan.
What are Anvay Dravid and Aaryavir Sehwag's recent performances?
Anvay Dravid scored 151 from 100 balls for Karnataka against Gujarat in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy, while Aaryavir Sehwag made 173 from 143 balls for Delhi against Chandigarh. Anvay had also scored 87 from 67 balls against Sri Lanka in a Youth ODI at Hambantota.
Where and when will the U19 Asia Cup 2026 take place?
The ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup will be held in Muscat, Oman, from November 5 to 14, 2026. The semi-finals are scheduled for November 12, and the final will take place on November 14. India are in Group A with Nepal, Pakistan and the UAE.