Defending champions Pakistan U19 begin their title defence in the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 against the United Arab Emirates U19 on Friday, 6 November 2026, at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman. Pakistan won the toss at the start of play and chose to bowl first, backing their pace attack to make early inroads on a fresh morning surface. The match is the third game of Group A in the eight-team, 50-over tournament, which runs from 5 to 14 November 2026, and it is the first step on Pakistan’s road to defending the title they won by beating India by 191 runs in the 2025 final.
Pakistan arrive in Oman with form and confidence behind them. In September 2026 they won a four-match Youth ODI series in England 3-1, sealing it with a crushing 200-run win in the fourth match at Wormsley, where they posted 350 for 4 before bowling England out for 150. The UAE, meanwhile, qualified for this tournament through the 2025 ACC Men’s U19 Premier Cup and will be looking to upset one of the tournament favourites in their opening game. With India and Nepal also in Group A, a fast start matters for both sides, and Pakistan will want to bank two points before the blockbuster clash with India on 8 November.
Match Overview
This is a Group A fixture in the 13th edition of the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup. Pakistan, India, Nepal and the UAE make up Group A, while Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Malaysia are in Group B. The top two teams from each group reach the semi-finals. Pakistan’s group fixtures are the UAE on 6 November, India on 8 November and Nepal on 10 November, so this opener sets the tone for their campaign.
The match is being played as a 50-over Youth ODI. Pakistan captain Farhan Yousaf leads a side that retains most of the squad that beat England in September, while UAE captain Ayaan Misbah leads a young side built around his own batting at the top of the order. The early exchanges have already favoured Pakistan: fast bowler Ali Raza struck in the third over, removing opener Omar Tauqir for 1, caught behind by Hamza Zahoor.
India, the other big name in Group A, also began their New Zealand tour with a win in the New Zealand vs India, 1st ODI. Pakistan’s senior side recently reached the tri-series final against Sri Lanka — see our Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, Final preview. Sri Lanka had beaten Pakistan by 8 wickets in the 5th ODI of that tri-series, as covered in our Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 5th ODI recap.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Pakistan U19 vs UAE U19, 3rd Match, Group A |
| Tournament | ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 |
| Date | Friday, 6 November 2026 |
| Start time | 10:30 AM IST / 10:00 AM PKT / 9:00 AM Oman local |
| Toss | 10:00 AM IST — Pakistan U19 won the toss and opted to bowl |
| Venue | Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 2), Al Amerat, Oman |
| Format | 50-over Youth ODI |
| Captains | Farhan Yousaf (Pakistan), Ayaan Misbah (UAE) |
Squads and Confirmed Playing XIs
Both teams announced their playing XIs at the toss, so these are the confirmed sides, not probable line-ups.
Pakistan U19 playing XI: Farhan Yousaf (captain), Hamza Zahoor (wicketkeeper), Ahmed Hussain, Ali Raza, Abdul Qadir, Mohammad Sayyam, Niqab Shafiq, Rizwan Ullah, Hasnain Abbas Dar, Jahangir Bilal, Usman Khan.
UAE U19 playing XI: Ayaan Misbah (captain), Mohamed Nafees, Yayin Rai, Uddish Suri, Noorullah Ayobi, Zainullah Rehmani, Ahmed Khudadad, Naseem Khan, Raizal Nadir, Omar Tauqir, Muhammad Ahmed (wicketkeeper).
Pakistan U19 full squad (15): Farhan Yousaf (captain), Abdul Qadir (wicketkeeper), Abdul Subhan, Ahmed Hussain, Ali Raza, Hamza Zahoor (wicketkeeper), Hasnain Abbas Dar, Hayam Khan, Huzaifa Ahsan, Jahangir Bilal, Mohammad Huzaifa, Mohammad Sayyam, Niqab Shafiq, Rizwanullah, Usman Khan.
UAE U19 full squad (15): Ayaan Misbah (captain), Ahmed Khudadad, Bilal Khan, Hadayatullah Khan, Muhammad Ahmed, Mohamed Nafees, Muhammad Saad, Naseem Khan, Noorullah Ayobi, Omar Tauqir, Raizal Nadir, Uddish Suri, Umar Faisal, Yayin Rai, Zainullah Rehmani. Travelling reserve: Jordan Alvares.
Key players to watch:
- Usman Khan (Pakistan): Pakistan’s most experienced youth batter, with 1,001 runs in 23 Youth ODIs. He is the anchor of the top order and the man the UAE bowlers must dismiss early.
- Ali Raza (Pakistan): The tall fast bowler who takes the new ball, with 48 wickets in 21 Youth ODIs. He has already struck in this match, removing opener Omar Tauqir in the third over.
- Farhan Yousaf (Pakistan): The captain, who leads a settled side and will be judged on how Pakistan defend their title.
- Ayaan Misbah (UAE): The UAE captain and their danger man with the bat, with 243 runs in just three Youth ODIs, including 77 against Pakistan in their last meeting and 163 against Malaysia.
- Ahmed Hussain (Pakistan): The bowling all-rounder who scored 65 against the UAE in the last meeting between the sides in December 2025.
- Uddish Suri and Zainullah Rehmani (UAE): The bowlers the UAE will rely on to defend a total if their batters can post one.
Head-to-Head Record
Pakistan have dominated this fixture in recent years. In the last six meetings between the sides, Pakistan have won five and the UAE have won one.
- 16 December 2025, U19 Asia Cup, Dubai: Pakistan won by 70 runs — Pakistan 241/9, UAE 171 all out in 37.5 overs. Ayaan Misbah scored 77 for the UAE.
- 2 December 2024, U19 Asia Cup, Dubai: Pakistan won by 69 runs — Pakistan 314/3, UAE 245/8.
- 22 November 2024, UAE U19 OD Tri-Series: Pakistan won by 191 runs — Pakistan 314/5, UAE 123 all out.
- 13 November 2024, UAE U19 OD Tri-Series: Pakistan won by 10 wickets — UAE 191 all out, Pakistan 193/0.
- 15 December 2023, U19 Asia Cup semi-final, Dubai: UAE won by 11 runs — UAE 193 all out, Pakistan 182 all out. This is the UAE’s only win in the recent record, and it came in a knockout match.
- 27 December 2021, U19 Asia Cup: Pakistan won by 21 runs — Pakistan 219/8, UAE 193 all out.
The pattern is clear: Pakistan’s batting depth and pace attack have usually proved too much for the UAE, but the UAE’s 2023 semi-final win is a reminder that they can beat Pakistan on their day. Pakistan’s recent form is strong too, with three wins and two defeats in their last five matches, the same recent record as the UAE.
Pitch and Weather Report
The Al Amerat Cricket Ground’s Ministry Turf 2 offers fairly even conditions for batters and bowlers in Youth ODIs. There is usually some early help for the seam bowlers with the new ball, which is exactly why Pakistan chose to bowl first after winning the toss, and the surface tends to settle down and become better for batting as the day goes on. Spinners can come into the game in the middle overs if they bowl a tight line. A first-innings score of around 220 to 240 is competitive if Pakistan bat first, while 170 to 190 is the par range if the UAE bat first.
The weather in Al Amerat on Friday is ideal for cricket. It is sunny and clear, with a high of around 32°C and a low of 25°C, humidity near 65 to 70 percent, and winds of around 10 to 15 km/h. There is almost no chance of rain during the match hours, so a full, uninterrupted 50-over game is expected. The main challenge for the players will be the heat and humidity in the afternoon, which makes fitness and running between the wickets important in the second innings.
Where to Watch and Live Streaming
- India: Live telecast on the Sony Sports Network, and live streaming on the SonyLIV app and website.
- Pakistan: Live telecast on PTV Sports and Geo Super, with live streaming on Myco, Tamasha, ARY Zapp and Tapmad.
- USA and Canada: Willow TV.
- Worldwide: Fans outside these regions should check their local broadcaster listings, and live scores with ball-by-ball commentary are available on Cricbuzz and other score platforms.
FAQs
When is the Pakistan U19 vs UAE U19 match?
Friday, 6 November 2026, starting at 10:30 AM IST (10:00 AM PKT, 9:00 AM Oman local time) at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 2), Al Amerat, Oman.
Who won the toss?
Pakistan U19 won the toss and opted to bowl first.
What are the confirmed playing XIs?
Pakistan: Farhan Yousaf (c), Hamza Zahoor (wk), Ahmed Hussain, Ali Raza, Abdul Qadir, Mohammad Sayyam, Niqab Shafiq, Rizwan Ullah, Hasnain Abbas Dar, Jahangir Bilal, Usman Khan. UAE: Ayaan Misbah (c), Mohamed Nafees, Yayin Rai, Uddish Suri, Noorullah Ayobi, Zainullah Rehmani, Ahmed Khudadad, Naseem Khan, Raizal Nadir, Omar Tauqir, Muhammad Ahmed (wk).
What is the head-to-head record between Pakistan U19 and UAE U19?
Pakistan lead the recent record 5-1 in the last six meetings. Pakistan won the last meeting by 70 runs on 16 December 2025 in the previous U19 Asia Cup, posting 241/9 before bowling the UAE out for 171.
Where can I watch Pakistan U19 vs UAE U19 live?
In India on the Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV; in Pakistan on PTV Sports and Geo Super, with streaming on Myco, Tamasha, ARY Zapp and Tapmad; in the USA and Canada on Willow TV.
Conclusion
Pakistan start as clear favourites, and the early evidence supports that: they won the toss, chose to bowl, and Ali Raza has already struck in the match. The defending champions have the stronger batting, the more experienced bowling attack, and a 5-1 recent record against the UAE. But the UAE have beaten Pakistan before, in a semi-final, and their captain Ayaan Misbah is in the kind of form that can change a game on his own. If the UAE’s top order can survive the new ball and post something near 220, this becomes a real contest. If Pakistan’s bowlers keep taking early wickets, it could be a comfortable start to their title defence. Either way, the result sets up the group nicely ahead of the India-Pakistan clash on 8 November.
For the full live scorecard and ball-by-ball updates, follow the match on Cricbuzz here: https://www.cricbuzz.com/live-cricket-scorecard/175617/paku19-vs-uaeu19-3rd-match-group-a-acc-mens-u19-asia-cup-2026
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