India Beat Pakistan by 58 runs, March into U-19 World Cup 2026 Semifinals. India produced a dominant all-round performance to defeat Pakistan by 58 runs at the 2026 Men’s Under-19 World Cup. The emphatic victory sealed India’s place in the semifinals as group toppers.
Batting first, the India Under-19 cricket team were bowled out for 252 in 49.5 overs. India scored at a healthy run rate of just over five runs per over. Despite early wickets, the batters showed composure on a testing surface. Vedant Trivedi anchored the innings with a crucial 68 off 98 balls. His knock included three boundaries and a six. The innings provided stability after India slipped into early trouble.
Middle-order partnerships ensured India crossed the 250-run mark. Five Indian batters reached double figures during the innings. The lower middle order added vital runs in the final ten overs. Pakistan’s bowlers claimed all ten wickets but conceded 38 extras. Those additional runs proved costly in a high-pressure net run-rate contest.
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Pakistan Needed to chase in 33.3 over
Pakistan needed to chase 253 inside 33.3 overs to qualify for the semifinals. The steep requirement forced them to attack from the opening overs. The asking rate stood at a demanding 7.57 runs per over. India’s bowlers struck early and applied constant pressure. Pakistan lost three wickets inside the powerplay. The required rate climbed steadily as dot balls increased.
Usman Khan top-scored for Pakistan with a fighting fifty. However, regular wickets prevented any sustained momentum. Pakistan were eventually bowled out for 194 in 46.2 overs. India’s bowlers shared wickets and maintained disciplined lines. Their combined effort ensured Pakistan never threatened the target. The 58-run margin underlined India’s dominance.
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The defeat confirmed Pakistan’s exit from the tournament. Their campaign ended despite competitive performances earlier in the Super Six stage. India finished top of their Super Six group with a superior net run rate. They will now face Afghanistan in the first semifinal. The matchup promises a fascinating tactical battle.