India U19 vs Pakistan U19, ICC U19 Men’s World Cup 2026: Preview, H2H stats, when and where to watch in India?

On February 1, 2026, the India U-19 team will face off against Pakistan U-19 in a crucial ICC U-19 Men's World Cup match that could determine both teams' paths to the semifinals.

Vihaan Malhotra has been one of the best batters for India in the U19 World Cup so far. Image | ICC on X

The grandest of all rivalries will be back on Sunday, February 1, as the India U-19 team will go head-to-head against the Pakistan U-19 team in the ongoing ICC U-19 Men's World Cup 2026. With qualification scenarios hanging in the balance for both India and Pakistan, this match will virtually settle who will go ahead in the final four of this tournament. Here is everything you need to know ahead of India U19 vs Pakistan U19 in the ICC U19 Men's World Cup 2026.

Match details

Match: India U19 vs Pakistan U19, ICC U19 Men’s World Cup 2026

Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026

Tine: 1.00 PM IST

Venue: Willowmoore Park, Benoni

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Where can I watch the India U19 vs Pakistan U19, ICC U19 Men’s World Cup 2026 online?

Cricket fans in India can watch the India U19 vs Pakistan U19, ICC U19 Men’s World Cup 2026, on JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium.

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Head-to-head stats

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Preview

India enters the 2026 edition as the team to beat, boasting a balanced squad groomed through the rigorous BCCI domestic structure. The middle order is anchored by the captain, a prolific run-getter from the Mumbai school of batting, who has already notched two centuries in the warm-up games.

India’s strength lies in their slow left-arm orthodox and leg-spin duo, who have been lethal on the wearing South African tracks.

Meantime, Pakistan’s strength lies in their fiery pace attack. Their scouting programs have unearthed two teenagers who are already being compared to the likes of Shaheen Afridi.

Ali Raza, the spearhead of the attack, has the ability to swing the new ball both ways at pace and was lethal against India during the U19 Asia Cup as well.

Moreover, unlike previous editions, Pakistan’s top order has looked remarkably disciplined, focusing on building long partnerships rather than purely explosive starts.

Shahzaib Khan the left-handed opener, has been in scintillating form, providing the "anchor" role that allows the middle order to play freely.

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