Aaryavir Sehwag vs Ali Raza in focus as India U19 look to settle scores vs Pakistan

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India U19 will look to avenge last year's Asia Cup final defeat against defending champions Pakistan when the two sides meet in a high-profile Group A clash, with Aaryavir Sehwag and Ali Raza in focus.

India and Pakistan will renew their rivalry in a high-profile Under-19 Asia Cup Group A encounter on Sunday, November 8, with the spotlight expected to be on an intriguing battle between India's Aaryavir Sehwag and Pakistan fast bowler Ali Raza.

Pakistan clinched their maiden Under-19 Asia Cup title in December 2025, defeating India by 191 runs in the final in Dubai. The emphatic victory remains a painful memory for the Indian side, who will now have an opportunity to respond against the same opponents in Oman.

Both teams have started their 2026 campaigns impressively. Lakshya Raichandani’s India registered a comprehensive 10-wicket victory over Nepal on Friday, while Farhan Yousuf’s Pakistan defeated hosts UAE by nine wickets to begin their title defence on a winning note.

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