Pakistan U19 vs. Bangladesh U19 is the first semi-final of the 2026 ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup, played today, Thursday, November 12, 2026, at Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman. The winner goes into the final on Saturday, November 14, where they will meet the winner of the India vs Afghanistan semi-final. Defending champions Pakistan are unbeaten, with three wins from three in Group A, including a famous three-wicket win over India in which they chased 209 despite losing seven wickets. Bangladesh finished second in Group B with two wins and one defeat (against Afghanistan), and they come in after a huge 205-run win over Malaysia. Bangladesh won the Asia Cup in 2023 and 2024, so this is a dangerous opponent who want to get back to the final.
ACC U19 Asia Cup 2026 – Semi-Final 1 Details
Event: ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 (DP World Men’s U19 Asia Cup)
Match: Pakistan U19 vs. Bangladesh U19 (PAK U19 vs BAN U19)
Stage: Semi-Final 1
Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM PKT / 10:30 AM IST / 9:00 AM Oman time / 05:00 GMT
Toss: 9:30 AM PKT (10:00 AM IST)
Venue: Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 2), Oman
Format: 50 overs per side (Under-19 ODI)
Captains: Farhan Yousaf (Pakistan U19), Md Farid Hasan Faysal (Bangladesh U19)
Final: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Live Streaming & Live Score Info
Live Streaming Info:
Sony Sports will be live: BAN U19 vs PAK U19
Live Score Info:
Cricket lovers can watch the BAN U19 vs PAK 8th T20 Match live score from this website: www.espncricinfo.com & Cricbuzz
BAN U19 vs PAK U19
| Region | Platform | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan (TV) | PTV Network | Official coverage of the tournament in Pakistan |
| Pakistan (Streaming) | PTV digital platforms | Online streaming |
| India (TV) | Sony Sports Network | Live from 10:30 AM IST |
| India (Streaming) | SonyLIV | Online streaming |
I could not confirm the broadcasters in Bangladesh and other countries, so please check your local sports channel or app. Ball-by-ball live scores are available on ESPNcricinfo, Cricbuzz, Sofascore and the ACC website. If you are traveling outside your home country, use a VPN (e.g. NordVPN or Norton VPN) to connect to your home country’s server and access your local broadcaster.
Why This Match Matters
A place in the final: This is a knockout. The winner reaches the Asia Cup final on November 14, and the loser is out.
Pakistan’s perfect run: Pakistan are the defending champions and topped Group A with 6 points from 3 wins (net run rate +1.186). They want to keep their title.
Bangladesh’s title pedigree: Bangladesh have won the Asia Cup twice (2023 and 2024) and want to get back to the final after losing in the semi-finals in 2025.
Pakistan’s famous chase: They beat India by 3 wickets, chasing 209 even after losing seven wickets, which shows they can handle pressure.
A battle of batting and bowling: Pakistan’s batters, Usman Khan and Hamza Zahoor, against Bangladesh’s wicket-taker Tafiul Alam Tamim.
Betting Odds & Prediction
I could not find reliable betting odds, so none are listed here. Predictions favour Pakistan because they are unbeaten and defending champions, though one prediction simply backs the chasing team to win. Bangladesh have beaten Malaysia by a huge margin and have an in-form bowler in Tafiul Alam Tamim.
Smart Pick: Expect a competitive match. The pitch at this ground is usually balanced, with spinners and new-ball bowlers playing a major role.
Pitch & Weather Update
Venue: Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 2), Oman
Pitch: Generally a low-to-medium scoring ground that is balanced to bowler-friendly. Spinners and new-ball bowlers play a major role in ODIs here.
Weather: I could not find a reliable forecast for this match. The match starts at 9:00 AM local time, and earlier matches at this ground this week were played in clear conditions.
Current Form: Pakistan U19
Pakistan won all three Group A matches and topped the group with 6 points.
- Beat UAE U19 by 9 wickets (Usman Khan unbeaten 139 off 120)
- Beat India U19 by 3 wickets, chasing 209 despite losing seven wickets (Hamza Zahoor scored 100 not out)
- Beat Nepal U19 by 101 runs
- 2025 Asia Cup: Champions
Usman Khan is Pakistan’s leading run-scorer in the tournament with 174 runs, and Hamza Zahoor has 111 runs.
Pakistan U19 Squad: Farhan Yousaf (c), Usman Khan, Abdul Qadir (wk), Abdul Subhan, Ahmed Hussain, Ali Raza, Hamza Zahoor (wk), Hasnain Abbas Dar, Hayam Khan, Huzaifa Ahsan, Jahangir Bilal, Mohammad Huzaifa, Mohammad Sayyam, Niqab Shafiq, Rizwanullah
Current Form: Bangladesh U19
Bangladesh finished second in Group B with two wins and one defeat (4 points, net run rate +0.913).
- Lost to Afghanistan U19 in the group stage
- Beat Malaysia U19 by 205 runs in their last match
- Tafiul Alam Tamim has taken 13 wickets in three games
- Ahsan Al Mumin has scored 234 runs, the second-most in the tournament
- SK Jarif Siyam has 108 runs (top score 59)
Bangladesh U19 Squad: Md Farid Hasan Faysal (wk/c), Abdullah Al Muhi, SK Jarif Siyam, Alamin Hossain Rony, Ahsan Al Mumin, All Rafi, Farhan Sadik, Robiul Hasan Anik, Rubay Islam Rizon, Al Amin Hossen, Tafiul Alam Tamim, Kawser Ahmed, Shakil Khan, Rakibul Hossan, Sheikh Atiqur Rahman
Group Standings (Before the Semi-Finals)
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Points | Net Run Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan U19 (Group A) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6 | +1.186 |
| Afghanistan U19 (Group B) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6 | +3.176 |
| Bangladesh U19 (Group B) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 4 | +0.913 |
Head-to-Head Summary
Sources disagree on the full head-to-head record between the two teams, and one preview calls this their first competitive match in this tournament format. Because I could not confirm a reliable record, I have not included a table. Both teams are strong, and past results will matter less than current form.
Team Analysis: Pakistan U19
Strengths
- Defending champions and unbeaten in this tournament
- Usman Khan is in superb form (174 runs, top score 139 not out)
- Hamza Zahoor scored 100 not out against India in a pressure chase
- Mohammad Sayyam and Ali Raza are wicket-takers
- A strong record in knockout matches in recent years
Weaknesses
- Lost seven wickets while chasing India’s total, so the middle order can wobble
- Bangladesh’s spinners can be a challenge on a balanced pitch
- Pressure of defending the title
Key Players
- Usman Khan (Opener): Pakistan’s leading run-scorer with a 139 not out.
- Hamza Zahoor (Wicketkeeper-Batter): Scored 100 not out against India.
- Farhan Yousaf (Captain): Leads the defending champions.
- Mohammad Sayyam (Bowler): A leading wicket-taker for Pakistan.
- Ali Raza (Bowler): An effective wicket-taker in the U19 format.
Team Analysis: Bangladesh U19
Strengths
- Two-time Asia Cup champions (2023 and 2024)
- Tafiul Alam Tamim has 13 wickets in three games and is the key bowler
- Ahsan Al Mumin has 234 runs, the second-most in the tournament
- Won the last match by 205 runs, so they have momentum
Weaknesses
- Lost to Afghanistan in the group stage
- Can collapse against a quality bowling attack
- Pakistan’s top order is in form
Key Players
- Tafiul Alam Tamim (Bowler): 13 wickets in three games, Bangladesh’s biggest threat.
- Ahsan Al Mumin (Batter): 234 runs, the second-highest scorer in the tournament.
- Md Farid Hasan Faysal (Captain, Wicketkeeper): Leads the side and keeps wicket.
- SK Jarif Siyam (Batter): 108 runs, top score 59.
Key Tactical Matchup
The key battle is Tafiul Alam Tamim vs Pakistan’s top order. Tamim has taken 13 wickets in three games, and if he gets Usman Khan early, Bangladesh will be in control. If Khan and Zahoor settle, Pakistan can build a big total.
The second battle is Ahsan Al Mumin vs Pakistan’s new-ball bowlers. Al Mumin has the second-most runs in the tournament, and Pakistan need early wickets to stop him.
Finally, the toss is important. One prediction backs the chasing side to win, and chasing under pressure has been Pakistan’s strength.
FAQs
When is Pakistan U19 vs Bangladesh U19?
Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM PKT. That is 10:30 AM IST and 9:00 AM Oman time.
Where is the match being played?
Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 2), Oman.
Which stage is it?
Semi-Final 1 of the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026.
Who captains each team?
Farhan Yousaf captains Pakistan U19 and Md Farid Hasan Faysal captains Bangladesh U19.
Who is in the other semi-final?
India U19 vs Afghanistan U19, also on November 12.
When is the final?
Saturday, November 14, 2026.
How did Pakistan reach the semi-final?
They won all three group matches, including a 3-wicket win over India.
How did Bangladesh reach the semi-final?
They finished second in Group B with two wins and one defeat against Afghanistan.
Where can I watch it in Pakistan?
PTV Network on TV and PTV digital platforms online.