Latest U19 World Cup 2026 Points Table Super Six – Check Out Expected Semi-Finalist of Under19 WC
The Super Six stage of the ICC U19 World Cup 2026 has reached its decisive phase, and the qualification picture is finally taking shape. A few teams are already knocking on the semi-final door, while others are now in must-win territory with net run rate (NRR) becoming the real separator.
Below is a clean, match-ready breakdown of the updated points tables, followed by realistic semi-final scenarios and the key fixtures that will decide everything.
Super Six Points Table – Group 1
(Teams advancing from Group A & Group D)
Australia have been ruthless, while the battle for second place remains wide open.
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Australia | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +2.242 |
| 2 | Afghanistan | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | +1.020 |
| 3 | Sri Lanka | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | −0.180 |
| 4 | West Indies | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | −0.414 |
| 5 | South Africa | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | −0.830 |
| 6 | Ireland | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | −1.344 |
Group 1 Reading
- Australia are virtually confirmed semi-finalists with three wins and a dominant NRR.
- Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, and West Indies are locked in a tight three-way contest.
- South Africa and Ireland are mathematically eliminated.
Super Six Points Table – Group 2
(Teams advancing from Group B & Group C)
This group is sharper, faster, and far less forgiving.
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | England | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +1.989 |
| 2 | India | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | +2.751 |
| 3 | Pakistan | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +0.629 |
| 4 | Bangladesh | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | −2.092 |
| 5 | New Zealand | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | −6.143 |
| 6 | Zimbabwe | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | −2.916 |
Group 2 Reading
- England are one win away from sealing a semi-final berth.
- India hold the strongest NRR in the group and control their own destiny.
- Pakistan remain alive but have no margin for error.
Expected Semi-Finalists (As Things Stand)
Likely Qualifiers
- Australia (Group 1) – Already through barring a mathematical miracle
- England (Group 2) – One of the tournament’s most balanced sides
High-Probability Spot
- India (Group 2) – Superior NRR gives them a clear edge
The Final Slot: Who’s Fighting?
- Group 1: Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka vs West Indies
- Group 2: Pakistan chasing India and England
Pakistan’s Qualification Equation (Clear & Simple)
For Pakistan to reach the semi-finals:
- Must defeat New Zealand convincingly
- Must beat India on February 1
- Wins must be big enough to overturn India’s NRR advantage
In short:
Two wins + NRR boost = Semi-finals
Anything less = Exit
Key Matches to Watch
🔹 January 27
- India vs Zimbabwe (ongoing)
- Pakistan vs New Zealand – do-or-die for Pakistan
🔹 February 1
- India vs Pakistan
This match effectively acts as a virtual quarter-final for Group 2.
Big Picture Takeaway
The U19 World Cup 2026 is delivering exactly what fans expect at this stage:
- Clear dominance from elite teams
- Brutal NRR battles
- One blockbuster India-Pakistan clash deciding a semi-final place
If momentum holds, expect Australia, England, India, and one surprise package from Group 1 to complete the semi-final lineup.
