The ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026, second semi-final is between India Under-19 and Afghanistan Under-19, which will commence on 4 Feb.
India vs Afghanistan U19 Match Details
Date: 4 Feb 2026
Time: 13:00
Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare
Summary of what has happened leading up to this clash:
India U19 cricket team had a dominant run in the group stages of the 2026 U19 World Cup. They went undefeated, winning all their matches in Group A. Their well-balanced team, with standout performances from both batting and bowling, showcased their depth and consistency.
In the group stage, Afghanistan U19 had a slightly mixed performance in their group but managed to qualify for the semi-finals after a remarkable win over a high-ranked team in their last group match.
India U19 vs Afghanistan U19 Pitch & Weather Report
The pitch at Harare Sports Club is generally known for being balanced, offering good assistance to both batters and bowlers. It’s not overly flat or overly bouncy.
Fast bowlers might get some movement in the early stages, especially if there’s a bit of moisture in the pitch or morning dew. In the month of February, Harare experiences mild to warm temperatures, with daytime highs typically ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F).
India U19, Key Players to watch out for!
Ayush Mhatre, Henil Patel, and Aaron George.
Afghanistan U19, Key Players to watch out for!
Osman Sadat, Aquil Khan, and Abdul Aziz.
India U19 vs Afghanistan U19 cricket team: Head-to-Head and Form
Based on the overall record, India U19 has historically dominated Afghanistan U19. The India under-19 team topped their Super Six group and remained unbeaten on the way to the semi-final.
Afghanistan successfully advanced from their group and into the Super Six stage before reaching the semi-final. Afghanistan U19 cricket team, while less successful historically, has shown potential and can be competitive, especially if conditions assist spin and if their key players contribute under pressure.
Winning tips & predictions by Chaska Bhai
India U19 vs Afghanistan U19 prediction: India U19 cricket team (predicted winner)
Considering India’s U19 well-rounded team and consistent form in the tournament. They have the ability to post big totals, and their spinners could dominate in the middle overs, especially if Afghanistan’s batting falters under pressure.
Cricket fans & savvy cricket bettors should keep these aspects in mind by favouring their winning outcome for the India U19 vs Afghanistan U19 cricket team World Cup.
• Batting Vulnerability: Afghanistan has shown inconsistency in batting, particularly in the middle order. Bet on India to bowl Afghanistan out if they are chasing a large total, especially after Afghanistan’s top 3 or 4 batsmen are dismissed.
• India’s spinners (leg-spin and off-spin) could dominate in the middle overs, while Afghanistan’s spinners might play a key role in the first 15-20 overs.
