India Clashes with Pakistan in U-19 World Cup Super Six Stage
India’s Under-19 cricket team has secured a place in the Super Six stage of the U-19 World Cup following a perfect record in the group stage. This success sets the stage for a highly anticipated clash with Pakistan, scheduled for February 1 in Bulawayo.
India’s Dominance in Group B
India emerged as the top team in Group B after clinching three consecutive victories. Their performance included:
- Defeating the USA by bowling them out for 107 runs.
- Successfully chasing a revised target of 165 against Bangladesh, winning by 18 runs.
- Bowling New Zealand out for 135 and reaching the target of 130 in just 13.3 overs.
Super Six Matches Details
In the Super Six stage, India will face two teams, with their first match against Zimbabwe on January 27 in Bulawayo. Pakistan, having finished second in Group C, will compete against New Zealand on the same day in Harare.
India vs Pakistan Rivalry
This upcoming match is especially significant due to their previous encounter. In the Under-19 Asia Cup final on December 21, 2022, Pakistan triumphed over India by 191 runs. Key players in that match included:
- Sameer Minhas, who scored 172 runs for Pakistan.
- Ali Raza, who took four wickets, dismantling India’s batting lineup.
The clash on February 1 promises to be a thrilling encounter, highlighting the intense rivalry between these two cricketing nations at the Under-19 level.
