Aaryavir Sehwag, Anvay Dravid in India's 15-man U19 Asia Cup squad
Synopsis
Sons of two of India's greatest cricketers — Aaryavir Sehwag and Anvay Dravid — headline India's U19 Asia Cup squad led by Lakshya Raichandani. Both arrive on the back of standout Vinoo Mankad Trophy performances. India, eight-time champions but last year's runners-up after a 191-run final loss to Pakistan, open against Nepal on 6 November in Muscat.
Key Takeaways
Lakshya Raichandani will captain India at the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup in Muscat, Oman from 5–14 November .
Aaryavir Sehwag (son of Virender Sehwag ) and Anvay Dravid (son of Rahul Dravid ) are included in the 15-member squad .
Anvay Dravid scored 358 runs in 5 innings in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy, including two centuries; Aaryavir Sehwag hit 173 off 143 balls .
India are in Group A with defending champions Pakistan , Nepal , and the UAE .
India are the most successful U19 Asia Cup side with 8 titles , but lost the last final to Pakistan by 191 runs .
India's first match is against Nepal on 6 November ; they face Pakistan on 8 November .
India's 15-member squad for the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026 in Muscat, Oman (5–14 November) was announced on Friday, 30 October, with Lakshya Raichandani named captain and Yashbardhan Singh Chauhan as vice-captain. The selection was made by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s Junior Cricket Committee, now headed by newly-appointed Parvinder Awana.
Star Sons Headline the Squad
Two names instantly stand out: Aaryavir Sehwag, son of former India opener Virender Sehwag, and wicketkeeper-batter Anvay Dravid, son of former India captain and head coach Rahul Dravid. Rajat Baghel has been named as the second wicketkeeper in the side. Both Sehwag and Dravid carry weighty cricketing legacies — their inclusion will attract considerable attention to what is otherwise a junior tournament.
Form Guides Selection
Anvay Dravid arrives in red-hot form, having amassed 358 runs in five innings for Karnataka in the recently concluded Vinoo Mankad Trophy, including one fifty and two centuries. Aaryavir Sehwag also impressed in the same competition, stroking a commanding 173 off 143 balls for Delhi against Chandigarh. Seam-bowling all-rounder Ishan Sood adds depth to the attack after claiming 13 wickets in 8 matches at an average of 23 in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy.
Tournament Format and India's Group Fixtures
India have been placed in Group A alongside defending champions Pakistan, Nepal, and the UAE. Group B comprises Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, and Malaysia. The top two sides from each group will advance to the semi-finals on 12 November, with the final scheduled for 14 November.
India open their campaign against Nepal at OCC Turf 1 on 6 November, before facing Pakistan at the same venue on 8 November. They conclude the group stage against the UAE at OCC Turf 2 on 10 November.
India's U19 Asia Cup Record and Recent Context
India are the most decorated side in the history of the Under-19 Men's Asia Cup, having won the title a record eight times. However, in the last edition, they fell short — losing the final to Pakistan by 191 runs and finishing as runners-up. Redemption, then, is a clear motivation. This squad announcement also comes on the back of a dominant senior team run: India recently claimed a 3-0 ODI series win and a 2-0 Test series win over Australia in Rajkot and Ahmedabad.
Full India U19 Squad
Lakshya Raichandani (captain), Yashbardhan Singh Chauhan (vice-captain), Aaryavir Sehwag, V.K. Vineeth, Kushagra Ojha, Arjun Rajput, Manal Chauhan, Anvay Dravid (wicketkeeper), Rajat Baghel (wicketkeeper), V. Yashveer, Aryan Savsani, Mohit Ulva, Kavya Patel, Shavin Vinod, Ishan Sood.
With a favourable draw and a settled squad backed by strong domestic form, India will be expected to go deep — and reclaim a title that slipped away last year.
Point of View
And both have earned their places on form rather than pedigree alone, which matters. India's U19 Asia Cup record is sterling, but losing the last final by 191 runs to Pakistan is a bruise that a new generation must address. Captain Raichandani's leadership credentials will be scrutinised sharply the moment that India-Pakistan group fixture arrives on 8 November — and the result will set the narrative for everything that follows.
NationPress
30 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will captain India at the U19 Asia Cup 2026?
Lakshya Raichandani will captain India at the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026 in Muscat, Oman. Yashbardhan Singh Chauhan has been named vice-captain for the tournament, which runs from 5 to 14 November.
Why are Aaryavir Sehwag and Anvay Dravid significant selections?
Aaryavir Sehwag is the son of former India opener Virender Sehwag, while Anvay Dravid is the son of former India captain and head coach Rahul Dravid. Both were selected on the strength of strong recent domestic form — Anvay scored 358 runs in 5 innings in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy, and Aaryavir hit 173 off 143 balls in the same competition.
When and where is the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026?
The ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026 is being held in Muscat, Oman, from 5 to 14 November 2026. The semi-finals are scheduled for 12 November and the final for 14 November.
Which teams are in India's group at the U19 Asia Cup?
India are in Group A alongside defending champions Pakistan, Nepal, and the UAE. India play Nepal on 6 November, Pakistan on 8 November, and the UAE on 10 November to conclude the group stage.
How many times have India won the U19 Asia Cup?
India are the most successful team in the Under-19 Men's Asia Cup, having won the title eight times. However, in the last edition, India finished runners-up after losing the final to Pakistan by 191 runs.
