India March into U-19 World Cup Semifinals as Pakistan Miss NRR Mark
1 Feb 2026 9:06 PM IST1 Feb 2026 9:06 PM IST
Under sustained pressure from the Indian bowlers, Pakistan reached only 167/4 at the 33.3-over mark, effectively ending their qualification hopes and confirming India’s progression—irrespective of the final result
India U19 sealed their place in the semi-finals of the 2026 ICC U‑19 World Cup.
Bulawayo: India U19 sealed their place in the semi-finals of the 2026 ICC U‑19 World Cup after Pakistan U19 failed to overhaul India’s superior Net Run Rate (NRR) in their Super Six encounter.
Qualification Scenario
Pakistan needed to chase 253 runs within 33.3 overs to edge past India on NRR. Under sustained pressure from the Indian bowlers, Pakistan reached only 167/4 at the 33.3-over mark, effectively ending their qualification hopes and confirming India’s progression—irrespective of the final result.
Match Highlights
India’s innings: Batting first, India were bowled out for 252 in 49.5 overs, setting a competitive target.
Pakistan’s chase: Required to score at a blistering pace, Pakistan fell behind the rate early. Hamza Zahoor (42) provided the initial thrust, while Usman Khan (46) and Farhan Yusuf (13) tried to steady the innings.
Bowling impact: Henil Patel and Kanishk Chauhan struck at key moments, applying the brakes and keeping Pakistan well short of the NRR requirement.
Semi-final Picture
Group 1: Australia U19 and Afghanistan U19
Group 2: England U19 and India U19
( Source : Deccan Chronicle )
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