Pakistan began their Super Six campaign at the ICC Men’s U19 World Cup 2026 with a crucial match against New Zealand. A win in this fixture is vital to keep their U19 World Cup semifinal hopes alive.
The Super Six stage is critical, as points from the group stage against other qualifiers are carried forward. Each team now plays only two matches against teams from the opposite group with different group-stage rankings. This structure means Pakistan, who finished second in Group C, will not face Group B runners-up Bangladesh.
In Super Six Group 2, Pakistan faces Group B toppers India and New Zealand, who finished third in their group. Pakistan currently sit third in the group, with a net run rate of 0.629. England lead the group after a strong win over Bangladesh, boosting their net run rate to 1.989, while India holds second place with an impressive 2.751 NRR.
For Pakistan to reach the U19 World Cup semifinal, they must first defeat New Zealand. Following that, a significant win over India on February 1 is required to climb into the top two of Super Six Group 2. The challenge is tough, but the team remains focused on keeping their championship ambitions alive.
Pakistan’s campaign has already seen competitive performances, and the team hopes to carry momentum into these high-pressure Super Six encounters. Coach and players have emphasized the importance of disciplined batting, strong bowling, and minimizing errors to secure victories.
A win against New Zealand would give Pakistan a fighting chance to make the U19 World Cup semifinal. Fans are eagerly watching as the young team battles against top-tier opponents in this crucial stage of the tournament.
The Super Six stage promises intense cricket action, and Pakistan’s results in these matches will determine if they can advance to the U19 World Cup semifinal and continue their journey toward the title.
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