India and Pakistan Under‑19 continued their strong campaigns in the ICC Under‑19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 Super Six stage, each recording emphatic victories that keep them firmly in contention for a place in the semifinals. Both teams showcased their strengths in all departments — batting, bowling, and fielding — setting up a high‑stakes clash between the arch‑rivals later in the Super Six phase.
India’s Super Six performance was nothing short of dominant. In their match against Zimbabwe Under‑19, the Indian batters provided a breathtaking display at the crease, piling up a massive total before their bowlers dismantled the opposition. Vihaan Malhotra led the charge with an unbeaten century, anchoring the innings while Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Abhigyan Kundu played vital supporting roles with aggressive contributions. India ended up posting 352 for 8, a daunting total in the context of an Under‑19 Super Six fixture, demonstrating both power and depth in their batting lineup.
The task of defending such a total was taken up with clinical precision by India’s bowlers. Udhav Mohan and Ayush Mhatre were among the key wicket‑takers, applying pressure from both ends and preventing Zimbabwe from establishing any meaningful partnerships. The combination of disciplined bowling and sharp fielding ensured Zimbabwe never looked competitive, ultimately resulting in a massive 204‑run victory for India. This emphatic win not only boosted India’s net run rate but also secured maximum points in the Super Six standings, placing them at the top of Group 2 as they eye a semifinal berth.
Pakistan U‑19, meanwhile, kept pace with an equally convincing performance of their own. Facing New Zealand Under‑19 in their Super Six match, Pakistan’s bowlers set the tone early by bowling out the Kiwis for a modest 110 runs. The disciplined bowling display was punctuated by regular breakthroughs, with pacers and spinners alike working in tandem to stifle any scoring opportunities and dismantle the New Zealand batting lineup.
Chasing a low total, Pakistan’s batting unit delivered with authority. Opener Sameer Minhas played a composed and effective innings, steering the chase with a measured approach that combined aggression and prudence. The target was chased down swiftly — inside 17.1 overs — highlighting Pakistan’s intent and execution under pressure. This eight‑wicket win was crucial for keeping Pakistan’s semifinal hopes alive and ensured they stayed in contention alongside India and England on the Super Six points table.
Both teams now head into a pivotal clash against each other — a match that could well decide who takes the psychological advantage and possibly secure an early semifinal spot. With India leading the Super Six standings and Pakistan just a couple of points behind, the outcome of their upcoming encounter will be decisive. Not only will it impact the semifinal picture, but it will also shape the momentum and confidence of both sides heading into the tournament’s business end.
The performances of India and Pakistan U‑19 in the Super Six stage underline the depth of talent coming through both systems. India’s batting strength and flexible bowling combinations have so far proven formidable, while Pakistan’s balanced approach in both bowling and batting has kept them very much in the hunt. As the Super Six progresses, both teams will be keen to maintain their winning momentum and book their spots among the final four in this prestigious youth tournament.
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