🏏 Afghanistan U‑19 vs India U‑19 – Match Summary
In a high‑profile clash between the two youth sides at the ICC Men’s Under‑19 Cricket World Cup 2026, India U‑19 faced Afghanistan U‑19 in the 2nd semi‑final. This match was a huge moment in youth cricket and attracted major global attention.
📍 Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
🏆 Tournament: ICC Under‑19 Cricket World Cup 2026
🗓️ Date: February 4, 2026
📊 Match Result
India U‑19 won by 7 wickets and advanced to the final of the Under‑19 World Cup.
🧠 Key Result Facts
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Afghanistan U‑19 first innings: 310/4 (50 overs)
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India U‑19 chase: 311/3 (41.1 overs)
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Winning margin: 7 wickets
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Match outcome: India into U‑19 World Cup final
This chase is notable as one of the highest targets successfully chased in Under‑19 World Cup history.
🌟 Top Performers
🇮🇳 India U‑19
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Aaron George: Played a match‑defining century — 115 runs — anchoring the chase.
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: Supported with quick runs early in the innings.
🇦🇫 Afghanistan U‑19
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Faisal Shinozada: Scored a brilliant century and equaled the record for most Youth ODI hundreds.
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Uzairullah Niazai: Also reached three figures, helping Afghanistan post a big total.
These standout performances made the match one of the most exciting contests in recent Under‑19 cricket tournaments.
📌 Match Story & Importance
This game wasn’t just about the result — it showcased:
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🏏 Explosive batting from both sides, with two centuries for Afghanistan and a dominant century for India.
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📈 A record‑high chase in U‑19 World Cup history for India.
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🔥 It set up a blockbuster final against England U‑19, where India aimed to clinch another title.
The performance highlighted the depth of talent in both teams and confirmed India’s strength in global youth cricket.
📅 What’s Next?
After this success in the semis, India U‑19 progressed to the World Cup final where they competed for the title. Their chase against Afghanistan is considered one of the classic youth cricket run chases.
🏆 Broader Impact
Matches like Afghanistan U‑19 vs India U‑19 aren’t just fixtures — they spotlight:
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Rising young talent across cricketing nations.
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Competitive edge and exciting matchups in major ICC tournaments.
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Fans and followers getting a peek at future stars of international cricket.
Whether you’re a cricket fan or just following youth sports highlights, this game delivered thrilling moments.