India U19 vs UAE U19, 11th Match, Group A: Date, Time, Venue, Squads & Where to Watch

The ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 has reached its final day of group-stage action, and Tuesday brings the biggest Group A match of the tournament so far. India U19 take on the United Arab Emirates U19 at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 2) in Al Amerat, Oman, in the 11th match of the tournament — a straight winner-takes-all shootout for the second semi-final place from Group A. Pakistan have already booked their place in the last four, and the winner of this game joins them there on 12 November. The loser goes home.

UAE won the toss and chose to bowl first, backing their new-ball attack to exploit the early-morning movement that has been a feature of this ground throughout the tournament. India captain Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani said at the toss that his side would also have chosen to bowl, so neither captain is unhappy with how the morning has started. The openers, Raichandani himself and Aaryavir Sehwag, have begun watchfully against Naseem Khan and Hadayatullah Khan, with the UAE bowlers hitting the right lengths and keeping the scoring tight in the first few overs.

Live update (approx. 11:16 AM IST): India U19 are 38/0 after 9.4 overs, with openers Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani (6*) and Aaryavir Sehwag (22*) still at the crease after a watchful start against the new ball.

Both teams arrive at this match with identical records — one win and one defeat from two games — and the group table could hardly be tighter. India sit second on net run rate (+1.439), with UAE third (+0.192), and that small gap matters: if the match were washed out, India would go through on net run rate. But nobody in either camp will be thinking about rain on a bright, sunny morning in Al Amerat. This is a straight knockout in everything but name, and the team that handles the pressure of a virtual quarter-final will take a huge step towards the title.

Match Overview

India U19 vs UAE U19 is the 11th match of the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 and the final group fixture for both teams in Group A. The tournament, played in Oman from 5 to 14 November 2026, features eight teams split into two groups of four, with the top two from each group advancing to the semi-finals on 12 November and the final on 14 November.

India’s campaign has been a story of two very different matches. They opened with a ruthless 10-wicket win over Nepal, bowling them out for 128 in 42.3 overs before chasing the target down without losing a wicket in just 19.1 overs, with Aaryavir Sehwag unbeaten on 70 off 52 balls. That win gave them two points and a superb net run rate of +4.170 at the time. But their second match brought them back to earth in dramatic fashion. Against Pakistan on 8 November, India were bowled out for 208 in 46.3 overs despite a brilliant 107 from Arjun Rajput, and Pakistan chased the target down by three wickets thanks to a match-winning century from Hamza Zahoor. The defeat leaves India with two points from two matches and no room for another slip.

UAE’s campaign has followed a similar path. They were beaten convincingly in their opener, as Pakistan bowled them out for 224 and chased the target down with nine wickets in hand, opener Usman Khan smashing an unbeaten 139 off 120 balls. But the hosts bounced back in style against Nepal on 8 November, bowling them out for 153 in 41 overs and chasing the target down by seven wickets in 34.4 overs, with captain Ayaan Misbah leading from the front with an unbeaten 75 and 3 for 22 to take the Player of the Match award. That win kept their campaign alive and set up today’s decider.

The group table going into this match tells the whole story. Pakistan sit top with four points from two wins and are already through. India are second with two points and a net run rate of +1.439, UAE are third with two points and a net run rate of +0.192, and Nepal are bottom with no points from two defeats. The other Group A fixture, Pakistan against Nepal, is being played at the same time, but it has no bearing on the semi-final race — the winner of this match takes the second semi-final spot, and that is all that matters.

India began this tournament as one of the favourites, and their opening win over Nepal showed why — a disciplined bowling performance followed by a chase completed without losing a wicket. For the full story of that opening game, read our India U19 vs Nepal U19 Asia Cup preview. The defeat against Pakistan was a reminder that this squad is young and still learning how to close out big games, but the talent is obvious: Sehwag and Anvay Dravid carry two of the most famous surnames in Indian cricket, captain Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani has led from the front, and Arjun Rajput’s century against Pakistan showed the middle order can stand up under pressure.

Match Details

Squads / Playing XIs

Both teams named their confirmed playing XIs at the toss, and the line-ups are confirmed from the live scorecard. India are led by Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani, while UAE are captained by Ayaan Misbah. India made one change from their side against Pakistan, with Aryan Savsani coming in for Yashveer Goud. UAE made three changes to their side.

India U19 Playing XI: Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani (c), Aaryavir Sehwag, VK Vineeth, Yashbardhan Chauhan, Arjun Rajput, Anvay Dravid (w), Manal Chauhan, Aryan Savsani, Kavya Patel, Mohit Ulva, Ishan Sood.

UAE U19 Playing XI: Muhammad Saad (w), Ayaan Misbah (c), Ahmed Khudadad, Yayin Rai, Mohamed Nafees, Hadayatullah Khan, Bilal Khan, Naseem Khan, Noorullah Ayobi, Zainullah Rehmani, Uddish Suri.

India’s XI is built around their top order. Openers Raichandani and Sehwag have the job of seeing off the new ball and giving the innings a platform, and Sehwag’s unbeaten 70 against Nepal showed what he can do once he gets going. Arjun Rajput, fresh from his century against Pakistan, is the form batter in the middle order, while Anvay Dravid keeps wicket and adds calm to the top order. With the ball, Ishan Sood has taken the new ball throughout the tournament, and Kavya Patel and Mohit Ulva provide the seam options, with Manal Chauhan and Aryan Savsani offering spin and control in the middle overs.

UAE’s strength is their captain and their new-ball pair. Ayaan Misbah is the heartbeat of this side — his unbeaten 75 and 3 for 22 against Nepal won that match almost single-handedly, and he will be the player India plan for most carefully. Uddish Suri, who made 78 not out against India in the last Asia Cup meeting between these sides, is another batter with a record against this opposition. With the ball, Naseem Khan and Hadayatullah Khan have taken the new ball in this match, and both will look to exploit the early movement that UAE’s captain talked about at the toss.

The full squads also include Kushagra Ojha, Rajat Baghel, Shavin Vinodh and Yashveer Goud for India, and Omar Tauqir, Muhammad Ahmed, Muhammad Umar Faisal and Raizal Nadir for UAE.

Head-to-Head

India have dominated this rivalry at Under-19 level. Across 10 Youth ODI meetings between the two sides, India have won seven and UAE have won three. The most recent meeting in the U19 Asia Cup was a one-sided affair: on 12 December 2025 at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai, India posted a mammoth 433 for 6 — their highest total in U19 ODIs and the highest in U19 Asia Cup history — powered by Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s breathtaking 171 off just 95 balls, and then bowled UAE out for 199 for 7 to win by 234 runs. Uddish Suri top-scored for UAE in that game with 78 not out, and he will remember that innings as he walks out to bat today.

The Asia Cup meeting before that was just as comfortable for India. On 4 December 2024 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, UAE were bowled out for 137 after choosing to bat first, and India chased the target down without losing a wicket in just 16.1 overs, with Vaibhav Suryavanshi unbeaten on 76 and Ayush Mhatre on 67, to win by 10 wickets and book a semi-final place. That result is a reminder of how one-sided this fixture has been in recent Asia Cups — but it is also worth remembering that both squads have changed almost completely since then, and neither side can read too much into matches played one and two years ago.

What matters today is the present. India have the better head-to-head record and the stronger net run rate, but UAE have home conditions on their side, a captain in outstanding form, and nothing to lose. In a winner-takes-all game, past results count for far less than handling the pressure of the next 100 overs.

Pitch & Weather Report

The match is being played on pitch number three at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 2), the same pitch used for the Afghanistan vs Malaysia match earlier in the tournament. According to the pitch report at the toss, there is a tinge of moisture in the surface with even grass covering throughout, and the fast bowlers will get assistance in the first hour. Batters who stay patient and apply themselves will find value for their runs as the ball gets older and the sun bakes the pitch, and both captains agreed that the team winning the toss should bowl first and exploit the early conditions, with chasing becoming easier later in the day. The square boundaries measure 65 metres, so the ground is not huge — batters who get set can find the fence.

The evidence from this ground in the current tournament supports that reading. The median first-innings score in completed matches on Ministry Turf 2 is 224, and the highest total posted here was 303 for 8 by Bangladesh U19 on 9 November. At the same time, Malaysia were bowled out for just 88 and 42 on this ground, which shows that the pitch offers real help to disciplined bowlers, especially early in the innings when the ball is new. The new ball has done damage in the morning session throughout the tournament, and the team batting first will want to survive the first ten overs without losing more than one wicket.

The weather is perfect for cricket. It is a bright, sunny day in Al Amerat, with temperatures around 32°C at the start of play and a high of 33°C, humidity near 32%, and a light north-easterly breeze. There is no chance of rain, so a full 50-over match is expected with no interruptions. The heat will test the fitness of both teams, particularly the bowlers in the second innings, and the captains will need to manage their attacks carefully through the middle of the day.

Where to Watch / Live Streaming

In India, the India U19 vs UAE U19 match is being telecast live on the Sony Sports Network, with live streaming available on the SonyLIV app and website. The same broadcast arrangement has covered the tournament’s other matches, including the India vs Pakistan clash on 8 November. Fans in North America can watch the tournament live on Willow TV, while viewers in other countries should check their local broadcaster or streaming partner, as rights vary by region.

For fans who cannot watch live, ball-by-ball scores and full scorecards are available on Cricbuzz and ESPNcricinfo, and our site will carry the full match result and recap after the game. Readers following the rest of the tournament can also catch up with our Sri Lanka U19 vs Afghanistan U19 Asia Cup preview, which covers the big Group B decider, and our Bangladesh U19 vs Malaysia U19 Asia Cup preview from the same group.

FAQs

When is the India U19 vs UAE U19 match?

The match is being played on Tuesday, 10 November 2026, at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 2) in Al Amerat, Oman. The match started at 10:30 AM IST, with the toss taking place at 10:00 AM IST.

Who won the toss in India U19 vs UAE U19?

UAE U19 won the toss and opted to bowl first. Captain Ayaan Misbah chose to put India in to bat, backing his new-ball bowlers to exploit the early movement on a surface that has offered seam assistance in the morning throughout the tournament.

What are the playing XIs for India U19 vs UAE U19?

India U19: Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani (c), Aaryavir Sehwag, VK Vineeth, Yashbardhan Chauhan, Arjun Rajput, Anvay Dravid (w), Manal Chauhan, Aryan Savsani, Kavya Patel, Mohit Ulva, Ishan Sood. UAE U19: Muhammad Saad (w), Ayaan Misbah (c), Ahmed Khudadad, Yayin Rai, Mohamed Nafees, Hadayatullah Khan, Bilal Khan, Naseem Khan, Noorullah Ayobi, Zainullah Rehmani, Uddish Suri.

Where can I watch India U19 vs UAE U19 live?

In India, the match is live on the Sony Sports Network on television and on SonyLIV for online streaming. Live scores and ball-by-ball commentary are available on Cricbuzz and ESPNcricinfo.

What is at stake in this match?

This is a winner-takes-all semi-final decider. The winner joins Pakistan in the semi-finals on 12 November, while the loser is eliminated from the tournament. If the match were washed out, India would go through on their superior net run rate (+1.439 against UAE’s +0.192), but with clear skies in Al Amerat, a full match is expected.

Conclusion

India U19 vs UAE U19 is the biggest Group A match of the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026, and it has lived up to that billing from the very first ball. India have the history, the head-to-head record and the net run rate on their side, but UAE have home conditions, a captain in outstanding form, and the belief that comes from a seven-wicket win over Nepal in their last match. The toss has given UAE the first advantage, and the early overs have shown that this will be a contest decided by discipline with the new ball and composure in the middle order.

For India, this is a chance to put the heartbreak of the Pakistan defeat behind them and confirm their status as genuine title contenders. For UAE, it is a once-in-a-tournament opportunity to knock out one of the favourites in front of their home crowd and reach the semi-finals. Whoever holds their nerve in the key moments — the first ten overs with the ball, the middle overs with the bat, and the death overs in the chase — will take a huge step towards the knockout stage. Expect a close, hard-fought 50-over contest in Al Amerat, and stay with us for the full result, scorecard and match recap once the game is done.

For live scores and ball-by-ball commentary, follow the match here: India U19 vs UAE U19 live score on Cricbuzz

Green Benn

Green Benn is a dedicated sports writer specializing in cricket, including IPL and international formats. Known for clear, engaging, and informative content, Green simplifies complex match analysis and player statistics for all readers. Passionate about sports storytelling, Green delivers reliable, SEO-friendly articles that keep fans updated and informed