Al Amerat, Oman, November 14 (TNA) India Under-19s have won the ACC Under-19 Asia Cup 2026, defeating Pakistan in a thrilling final at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman. Chasing 338 after Pakistan posted 337 for 9, India held their nerve to seal a memorable victory.
Manal Chauhan and Mohit played key roles in India’s successful chase, according to live match coverage. The win gave India the U-19 Asia Cup title in a high-pressure final against their traditional rivals. Pakistan, the defending champions, won the toss and elected to bat first. Opener Usman Khan scored a composed 107, while Abdul Qadir made 80 and captain Farhan Yousaf added 60 as Pakistan reached 337 for 9 in 50 overs.
India’s bowlers fought back strongly in the final 10 overs, taking six wickets and conceding just 63 runs after Pakistan had reached 204 for 2 in 30 overs. Kavya Patel took 4 for 68. India were under pressure during the chase, losing wickets at regular intervals. At one stage, they were 230 for 6 after 39 overs, needing 108 runs from the final 11 overs.
However, Manal Chauhan and Mohit steadied the innings and guided India home in a tense finish. Captain Lakshya Raichandani had earlier made 80 before being dismissed, while Aaryavir Sehwag contributed 58.
This was India’s ninth U-19 Asia Cup title, extending their record as the most successful team in the tournament’s history. Pakistan had been seeking to defend the crown they won last year. India had earlier beaten Afghanistan by eight wickets in the semi-final, while Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by nine wickets to reach the final.