The Pakistan Cricket Board announced a 15-member squad for the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026, naming Farhan Yousuf as captain. Oman will host the tournament from 5 November to 14 November 2026.
Pakistan is placed in Group A alongside India, Nepal, and the United Arab Emirates. Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia comprise Group B.
Thirteen players were retained from the side that secured a 3-1 victory over England in a four-match Youth ODI series in September. Ali Raza and Huzaifa Ahsan were excluded from the September Youth ODI series squad.
Abdul Qadir and Hamza Zahoor serve as the wicketkeeper-batters for the team. The batting lineup features Usman Khan, Hayam Khan, Jahangir Bilal, and Huzaifa Ahsan.
Ahmed Hussain and Hasnain Abbas Dar provide all-round options. The pace attack consists of Abdul Subhan, Mohammad Seyam, Ali Raza, and Rizwanullah.
Mohammad Huzaifa and Niqab Shafiq are the designated spinners. Pakistan will open their campaign against the UAE on 6 November 2026 at OCA Ground 2.
Semifinals are scheduled for 12 November, with the final set for 14 November. All matches are slated to begin at 10 a.m. Pakistan Standard Time.
Shahid Anwar serves as the Head coach and team manager. Rao Iftikhar Anjum will lead the fast-bowling coaching, while Zohaib Khan manages the spin-bowling unit.
Humayun Farhat is the fielding coach, and Ubaid Ullah acts as the physiotherapist. Ibrar Ahmed is the trainer, and Ali Hamza will provide performance analysis.
