Key points
- India U19 play Afghanistan U19 in the Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026 semi-final on Thursday, November 12, at Al Amerat Cricket Ground, Ministry Turf 2, Oman.
- The match is scheduled to start at 10:30 AM IST, with the toss at 10:00 AM IST.
- In India, the match will be telecast on Sony Sports Network and streamed live on the SonyLIV app and website.
- India reached the semi-final after winning against Nepal and the UAE, while losing to Pakistan by three wickets in the group stage.
- Aaryavir Sehwag scored 160 off 168 balls against the UAE, taking his tournament tally to 252 runs in three innings, according to the cited preview.
- Afghanistan topped Group B unbeaten; Noor Ali led their bowling with 13 wickets in the group stage.
India Under-19 take on Afghanistan in the Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026 semi-final on Thursday, November 12, with a place in the tournament final at stake. The match will be played at Al Amerat Cricket Ground, Ministry Turf 2, in Oman, and is scheduled to begin at 10:30 AM Indian Standard Time. The toss is set for 10:00 AM IST.
Indian viewers can watch the match live on Sony Sports Network, while the SonyLIV app and website will provide the live stream. India enter the knockout fixture after finishing second in Group A, while Afghanistan topped Group B. The contest brings together an Indian side looking to build on a strong response in its final group game and an Afghanistan team that has been unbeaten in the group stage.
India vs Afghanistan U19 Asia Cup semi-final: Match details
- Match: India U19 vs Afghanistan U19, semi-final
- Tournament: Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026
- Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
- Venue: Al Amerat Cricket Ground, Ministry Turf 2, Oman
- Start time: 10:30 AM IST
- Toss: 10:00 AM IST
- TV: Sony Sports Network
- Live streaming: SonyLIV app and website
Where to watch India vs Afghanistan live in India
The semi-final will be televised on Sony Sports Network in India. Fans who want to follow the match on a mobile device, computer or connected television can use the SonyLIV app or website for live streaming. The scheduled start time is 10:30 AM IST, with the toss taking place half an hour earlier.
The match is part of the knockout stage of the 2026 Men's U19 Asia Cup. With the winner moving into the final, both teams will be looking to produce a complete performance rather than rely on one department alone. The Al Amerat venue in Oman is the setting for the contest.
Aaryavir Sehwag leads India's batting hopes
India's batting will draw attention to Aaryavir Sehwag, who has been among the standout performers in the tournament. The opener struck 160 from 168 balls in the group match against the UAE, helping India reach 309 for seven and secure a 70-run victory. That innings took his tally to 252 runs in three innings, according to the tournament preview.
Sehwag's scores in the group stage included an unbeaten 70, 22 and the 160 against the UAE. Arjun Rajput is another important batter for India after scoring 109 against Pakistan. India will need contributions from across the order against an Afghanistan attack that has been effective through the group phase.
With the ball, medium-pacer Ishan Sood had claimed eight wickets and left-arm spinner Manal Chauhan five before the semi-final. Their ability to take wickets and control the middle overs could be important against Afghanistan's batting group, which has been led by Faisal Rahimi and Subhan Zakhail.
Afghanistan arrive as Group B leaders
Afghanistan finished at the top of Group B and enter the semi-final unbeaten. Their bowling has been a major strength, with Noor Ali leading the tournament team's attack with 13 wickets in the group stage. Amir Hamza had also contributed five wickets, giving Afghanistan another option alongside their leading bowler.
Their disciplined top order and spin resources have helped them progress through the group stage. India, meanwhile, had to recover from a three-wicket defeat to Pakistan. Wins over Nepal and the UAE secured India's place in the last four, but the performance against Pakistan showed the challenge of facing a high-quality bowling unit.
India's route to the knockout stage
India began the group phase with a win against Nepal, bowling the opposition out for 128 before captain Lakshya Raichandani and Sehwag guided the chase. They then lost to Pakistan by three wickets, with Arjun Rajput's century providing the main resistance as India's innings ended at 208.
The team responded in its final group match against the UAE. Sehwag's 160 helped India post 309 for seven, and the bowlers completed a 70-run victory to secure qualification. Afghanistan now provide a different test, with a strong bowling attack and an unbeaten group record.
India have a strong record in the competition, having won the Men's U19 Asia Cup eight times, including one shared title, as noted in the NDTV preview. A win in Al Amerat would take the side into another final. Afghanistan, however, will be aiming to continue the form that carried them to the top of Group B.
Squads
India U19: Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani (captain), Aaryavir Sehwag, VK Vineeth, Arjun Rajput, Yashbardhan Chauhan, Anvay Dravid (wicketkeeper), Manal Chauhan, Mohit Ulva, Aryan Savsani, Kavya Patel, Ishan Sood, Yashveer Goud, Kushagra Ojha, Rajat Baghel and Shavin Vinodh.
Afghanistan U19: Abidullah Nadarjan, Faridullah Ihsas, Subhan Zakhail, Noman Salarzai (wicketkeeper), Shah Faisal Rahimi, Tahir Sarwary, Amir Hamza, Sohail Khan (captain), Mohammad Ali, Abdullah Hamdard, Noor Ali Niazi, Sami Mubarez, Bilal Salimankhil, Lutfullah Mohammadi, Imran Mohammadi, Subhan Ali, Farid Zadran, Faisal Mubariz, Abidullah Abid and Hamza Khan Alikhil.
For Indian fans, the key details are straightforward: the semi-final is scheduled for 10:30 AM IST on November 12, with Sony Sports Network carrying the television broadcast and SonyLIV providing the online stream. The winner will move one step closer to the U19 Asia Cup title.
Frequently asked questions
When is the India vs Afghanistan U19 Asia Cup semi-final?
India Under-19 will play Afghanistan Under-19 on Thursday, November 12, 2026, in the Men's U19 Asia Cup semi-final. The match is scheduled to begin at 10:30 AM Indian Standard Time, with the toss set for 10:00 AM IST.
Where will the India vs Afghanistan U19 semi-final be played?
The match will be played at Al Amerat Cricket Ground, Ministry Turf 2, in Al Amerat, Oman. It is a knockout fixture, with the winner advancing to the final of the Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026.
Where can I watch India vs Afghanistan U19 live in India?
The match will be shown live on Sony Sports Network television channels in India. Viewers who prefer online coverage can stream the semi-final through the SonyLIV app and website. The scheduled start is 10:30 AM IST.
How did India reach the U19 Asia Cup semi-final?
India advanced from Group A after defeating Nepal and the UAE. Their only group-stage defeat came against Pakistan, who won that match by three wickets. India finished second in the group and now face Group B leaders Afghanistan in the knockout round.
Who are India's key players ahead of the Afghanistan U19 semi-final?
Aaryavir Sehwag is India's leading batting option after scoring 160 against the UAE and reaching 252 runs in three innings. Arjun Rajput has also made a major contribution with a century against Pakistan, while Ishan Sood and Manal Chauhan have taken eight and five wickets respectively.