The stage is set for a blockbuster finale at the Harare Sports Club as the two most dominant forces of the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026—India and England—face off for the ultimate prize.
Both teams enter the summit clash with unblemished records, having brushed aside every challenge in their path. For India, it’s a chance to secure a record-extending sixth title. Magicwin For England, it's an opportunity to end a 28-year drought and lift the trophy for the first time since 1998.
? Match Details: Date, Time & Venue
The final is scheduled to take place in Zimbabwe, where the conditions have provided a fair contest between bat and ball throughout the tournament.
Match: India U19 vs England U19, Final
Date: Friday, February 6, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM IST (7:30 AM GMT / 9:30 AM Local)
Venue: Harare Sports Club, Harare, Zimbabwe
Live Streaming: JioHotstar
Broadcast: Star Sports Network
?? Head-to-Head Record (Youth ODIs)
Historically, India has been the dominant force at the U19 level. However, England has often pushed the "Boys in Blue" to their limits in recent encounters.
Total Matches Played: 55
India Wins: 41
England Wins: 13
Tied: 1
Last Meeting in a Final: 2022 (India won by 4 wickets)
While India leads significantly in the overall record, England recently registered a dominant 7-wicket victory over India in July 2025 during a bilateral series, proving they have the blueprint to beat this Indian side.
? Full Squads
India Under-19s
Ayush Mhatre (C), Vihaan Malhotra (VC), Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Aaron George, Vedant Trivedi, Abhigyan Kundu (WK), Harvansh Singh, R.S. Ambrish, Kanishk Chouhan, Khilan A. Patel, Mohamed Enaan, Henil Patel, D. Deepesh, Kishan Kumar Singh, Udhav Mohan.
England Under-19s
Thomas Rew (C/WK), Farhan Ahmed, Ralphie Albert, Ben Dawkins, Caleb Falconer, Ali Farooq, Alex French, Alex Green, Luke Hands, Manny Lumsden, Ben Mayes, James Minto, Will Bennison, Joe Moores, Sebastian Morgan.
? Playing XI Prediction
Based on tournament form and the tactical requirements of the Harare pitch, here is how the two teams are expected to line up:
India U19 Predicted XI:
Aaron George
Vaibhav Suryavanshi
Ayush Mhatre (C)
Vedant Trivedi
Vihaan Malhotra
Abhigyan Kundu (WK)
R.S. Ambrish
Kanishk Chouhan
Khilan Patel
Henil Patel
Deepesh Devendran
England U19 Predicted XI:
Ben Dawkins
Joseph Moores
Ben Mayes
Thomas Rew (C/WK)
Caleb Falconer
Ralphie Albert
Farhan Ahmed
Sebastian Morgan
James Minto
Manny Lumsden
Alex French
? Key Players to Watch
Vaibhav Suryavanshi (India): The 14-year-old batting sensation has been the talk of the tournament. With over 260 runs at a staggering strike rate of 147+, his ability to destroy the new ball in the Powerplay will be crucial.
Manny Lumsden (England): The tournament’s leading wicket-taker (15 wickets) is England’s biggest weapon. His battle against India’s top order could decide the momentum of the game.
Aaron George (India): Following a monumental 115 in the semi-final, he is the anchor India relies on when the pressure is high.
Ben Mayes (England): With nearly 400 runs in the tournament, he is the engine room of the English batting lineup.
? Prediction: Who Will Win?
This is a clash of two different styles. India relies on explosive batting depth and a versatile spin attack, while England has shown incredible tactical discipline and a lethal pace battery.
Our Verdict: India enters as slight favorites due to their immense experience in finals and the momentum of a record-breaking chase in the semi-final. However, if England’s pace attack can get Suryavanshi and Mhatre early, we might see a new champion crowned.
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