India aims to maintain their strong performance as they face Afghanistan in the ICC Under-19 World Cup semifinal on Wednesday. With an unbeaten streak in the tournament, the Indian team, brimming with confidence and talent, is expected to have the upper hand.
India holds the record for the most Under-19 World Cup titles, having won five championships (2000, 2008, 2012, 2018, 2022). Australia follows with four titles, but India’s success in this event is unmatched. They will look to advance toward their sixth title on Wednesday.
India has stood out in the tournament, winning all five of their matches, including a significant 58-run win against Pakistan in the Super Six stage.
Afghanistan has also performed well, securing four victories in five matches, with their only loss coming from a four-wicket defeat to Sri Lanka. Given their solid form, India enters this vital match as the preferred team.
IND vs AFG, ICC Men’s U19 World Cup 2026 – Semifinal Match Details & Where to Watch
When will the India vs Afghanistan semi-final match be played?
The U19 clash between India and Afghanistan will take place on February 4, 2026.
What time does the India vs Afghanistan U-19 World Cup semifinal match start?
The match is set to begin at 1:00 PM IST.
What time is the toss for the India vs Afghanistan U-19 World Cup semifinal game?
The toss will occur at 12:30 PM IST.
Which venue will host the India vs Afghanistan U-19 World Cup semifinal match?
The match will be held at the Harare Sports Club in Harare.
Where can viewers watch the India vs Afghanistan U-19 World Cup semifinal match?
The match will be shown on the Star Sports Network and streamed on JioHotstar.
IND vs AFG U19 World Cup 2026 Squads
India: Ayush Mhatre (c), R.S. Ambrish, Harvansh Singh, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Kanishk Chouhan, Abhigyan Kundu, D. Deepesh, Mohamed Enaan, Aaron George, Henil Patel, Kishan Kumar Singh, Vihaan Malhotra, Udhav Mohan, Khilan A. Patel, Vedant Trivedi
Afghanistan: Osman Sadat, Khalid Ahmadzai, Mahboob Khan (w/c), Faisal Shinozada, Uzairullah Niazai, Nooristani Omarzai, Azizullah Miakhil, Abdul Aziz, Roohullah Arab, Wahidullah Zadran, Aqil Khan, Salam Khan, Nazifullah Amiri, Khatir Stanikzai, Zaitullah Shaheen