Muscat, Nov. 12 -- India Under-19 produced a commanding performance to defeat Afghanistan by eight wickets in the second semi-final of the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026 at Al Amerat, Oman, on Thursday, booking their place in the final against arch-rivals Pakistan.

Chasing a target of 228, India gunned down the total of 230/2 in just 36.5 overs to seal a convincing victory with 13.1 overs to spare.

Captain Lakshya Raichandani led the charge with a superb 93, narrowly missing out on a century. Aaryavir Sehwag and VK Vineeth also played important roles in India's successful chase, with both the batters smashing half-centuries.

Afghanistan, who won the toss and elected to bat, posted 227/8 in 50 overs. They looked well placed at 143/3 in the...