India vs England U19 World Cup 2026 Final: A Clash of Unbeaten Titans
The stage is set for an epic showdown as India U19 takes on England U19 in the final of the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026. This highly anticipated summit clash will be held at the Harare Sports Club in Harare on Friday, February 6, 2026, with the match scheduled to commence at 01:00 PM IST. Both teams have displayed exceptional form throughout the tournament, remaining unbeaten and now vying for the coveted title.
Road to the Final: Dominant Campaigns
India U19, led by captain Ayush Mhatre and featuring key players like Vaibhav Suryavanshi, has showcased remarkable consistency. Their journey began with a convincing victory over the USA, followed by triumphs against Bangladesh and New Zealand, securing the top spot in their group. In the Super Sixes phase, they overcame Zimbabwe and arch-rivals Pakistan, setting up a semifinal encounter with Afghanistan, which they narrowly won to advance to the final.
On the other hand, England U19, captained by Thomas Rew, has been equally impressive. They kicked off their campaign with wins over Pakistan, Zimbabwe, and Scotland in the group stage. In the Super Sixes, they defeated Bangladesh and New Zealand, before securing a crucial victory over rivals Australia in the semifinal, demonstrating their resilience and skill.
Live Streaming and Telecast Information
Cricket enthusiasts in India can catch all the action live through multiple platforms. The toss is scheduled for 12:30 PM IST, half an hour before the match starts. For live telecast, tune into the Star Sports Network, which will broadcast the final across its channels. Additionally, fans can enjoy live streaming on the JioHotstar app, ensuring you don't miss a moment of this thrilling encounter, whether you're at home or on the go.
Squad Details and Key Players
Both teams boast talented squads ready to make their mark on the global stage. India's squad includes players like Ayush Mhatre (c), R.S. Ambrish, Kanishk Chouhan, D. Deepesh, Mohamed Enaan, Aaron George, Abhigyan Kundu, Kishan Kumar Singh, Vihaan Malhotra, Udhav Mohan, Henil Patel, Khilan A. Patel, Harvansh Singh, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, and Vedant Trivedi. England's squad features Ben Dawkins, Joseph Moores, Ben Mayes, Thomas Rew (w/c), Caleb Falconer, Ralphie Albert, Farhan Ahmed, Sebastian Morgan, James Minto, Manny Lumsden, Alex French, Alex Green, Isaac Mohammed, Luke Hands, Will Bennison, and Ali Farooq.
This final promises to be a historic event, with India aiming to extend their record with a sixth U19 World Cup title, while England seeks to claim the trophy and disrupt India's dominance. Stay tuned for real-time updates and in-depth coverage as these young cricketers battle it out for glory.
