Pakistan on edge of elimination from U-19 World Cup 2026 England Defeat New Zealand in the Super Sixes stage to secure a spot in the semi-finals. There is only one team between India Pakistan can advance to the semi-finals from Group B, making the next game more intense.

Thomas Roux’s England remain unbeaten in the tournament but have yet to secure top spot in their group. Their semi-final opponents will be Australia Or Afghanistan. The standings will be decided after the match between India and Pakistan on Sunday, February 1.

How did India and Pakistan reach the U-19 World Cup semi-finals?

India has a chance to reach the semi-finals. A win over Pakistan will help India become the top team in Group II. However, in the event of a loss, the net run rate could come into play and change the situation.

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Pakistan, meanwhile, needs more than just a win to move on. If they bat first, they must win by 105 runs or more to lead India. If they chase, they need to score very quickly. For example, the target of 251 must be reached in 29.4 overs or less, and a faster chase is required to get a lower total.

With a semi-final spot on the line, the high-stakes match will be played at the Queen’s Sports Club in Bulawayo. It is worth noting that Pakistan and India are not in the same group in this World Cup.

Mohammad Shahyan rules out Pakistan’s injured blow ahead of India clash

Pakistan suffered a heavy blow ahead of their match against India with wicketkeeper Mohammad Shahyan missing out due to injury. The Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed that Shajan was hit on the nose while wicketkeeping in a practice match and suffered a fracture.

Shayan was taken to hospital, where X-rays revealed the injuries. As a result, he will miss the remainder of the World Cup and the PCB said it will announce a replacement in due course.

“Pakistan U19 wicket-keeper batsman Mohammad Shayan has been excluded from the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup after he was hit on the nose by a ball while fielding wicket against fast bowlers during a scenario practice match,” the PCB said in a statement.

India U-19 team interacts with Sachin Tendulkar ahead of Pakistan clash

India U-19 cricket team interacts with batting legend Sachin Tendulkar Virtual meeting ahead of World Cup Super Six match against Pakistan. This discussion took place at a critical stage of the game.

Tendulkar shared guidance beyond batting and fitness. He talked about staying focused, disciplined, humble and calm in the process of success, reminding young players to stay grounded under pressure.

Tendulkar also speaks from experience. He played in the ICC World Cup from 1992 to 2011, scoring 2,278 runs in 45 games and is the only player to have played in six World Cups, ending his career by winning the World Cup in 2011.

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