India U19 to face Afghanistan U19 in Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 second semi-final at Al Amerat Turf 2 on Thursday

India U19 will meet Afghanistan U19 in the second semi-final of the Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 at Al Amerat Cricket Ground Turf 2 on Thursday, with the match scheduled to start at 10:30 AM IST.

The tournament has reached the knockout phase with four teams remaining; Pakistan U19 and Bangladesh U19 contest the first semi-final. The winners of the two semifinals will progress to the final, which is set for Saturday, 14 November. The toss for the India versus Afghanistan match is scheduled for 10 AM IST.

Afghanistan U19 enter the semifinal after winning all three of their group-stage matches, defeating Sri Lanka U19 by 106 runs, Malaysia U19 by 10 wickets and Bangladesh U19 by 113 runs. Their net run rate (NRR +3.176) was the highest among the teams in the group stage.

India U19 come into the fixture having suffered a defeat against Pakistan U19 during the group stage. The match at Al Amerat Cricket Ground Turf 2 will begin at 10:30 AM IST as scheduled.

Viewers in India can watch the game on Sony Sports Network and stream it via the Sony LIV app or website. There is no direct option available to watch the India U19 vs Afghanistan U19 semi-final live in Afghanistan.

The winner of Thursday’s match will advance to the final on Saturday, 14 November.