India Under-19 were in control early in their chase against Afghanistan Under-19, reaching 85/0 after 12.4 overs in the U19 Asia Cup semi-final at Al Amerat in the DP World Men’s U19 Asia Cup on 12 Nov 2026.
The target was 228, and India had already moved well past the halfway mark of that chase without losing a wicket. That kind of start is especially valuable in a knockout match, where a steady opening stand can remove a lot of pressure from the middle order.
Aaryavir Sehwag stays unbeaten
Aaryavir Sehwag remained unbeaten during the chase and added momentum with a six and a four in the live scoring sequence. With India still at 85/0, the opening pair had given the side a strong platform in pursuit of 228.
This was a live commentary update rather than a full match report, so the scoreline is the main takeaway: India Under-19 were well placed after 12.4 overs, with no wickets down and the chase moving at a healthy pace.
