Sehwag and Dravid Juniors Make India’s U19 Asia Cup Squad

The next generation of Indian cricket has a very familiar ring to it. Aaryavir Sehwag and Anvay Dravid, sons of two Indian greats, have been picked in the 15-member squad for the U19 Asia Cup 2026 in Oman, with Lakshya Raichandani leading a side chasing continental glory.

BCCI Announces India’s U19 Asia Cup Squad

The BCCI announced India’s squad on Friday, October 30. Lakshya Raichandani has been named captain, while Yashbardhan Singh Chauhan will serve as his vice-captain.

The Junior Cricket Committee made the selections for the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup, which will be played in Muscat, Oman, from November 5 to November 14. The board confirmed the details in an official release.

“The Junior Cricket Committee has picked the India U19 squad for the upcoming ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup to be played in Muscat, Oman, from 5th to 14th November.” – BCCI

With a 15-member group announced, India now have a clear picture of the team they will take into a short, high-intensity tournament.

Famous Surnames Steal the Spotlight

The biggest talking point is the selection of two sons of Indian legends. Aaryavir Sehwag is the son of former India opener Virender Sehwag, and Anvay Dravid is the son of former India captain and head coach Rahul Dravid.

Both players will now step onto a bigger stage. The spotlight will be intense, but their places have been earned through performances at the youth level.

Aaryavir Sehwag: The Top-Order Aggressor

Aaryavir is a top-order batter and an occasional leg-spinner. The Delhi right-hander made his India U19 debut earlier this year.

His recent form caught the eye of the selectors. He smashed 173 off 143 balls against Chandigarh in the 2026 Vinoo Mankad Trophy.

Anvay Dravid: The Wicketkeeper-Batter

Anvay Dravid is a wicketkeeper-batter who has also been in impressive form. He is part of a squad that offers options both behind the stumps and in the batting order.

Together, the two bring a mix of pedigree and fresh form into the camp.

Group A Draw: India vs Pakistan Looms

India have been placed in Group A alongside Nepal, Pakistan and UAE. Group B features Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Malaysia.

The top two teams from each group will move into the semi-finals. Any India-Pakistan clash in a knockout tournament carries extra edge, even at the junior level.

Tournament Snapshot

Leadership and What to Watch

Raichandani will carry the captaincy responsibility, with Chauhan alongside him as vice-captain. Leading an India side always brings expectation, and this group will be judged on how it handles pressure in a compact schedule.

Eight teams, two groups and a tight timeline mean there is little room for a slow start. Every group match will matter in the race for the top two spots.

Why This Squad Matters

Youth tournaments like the U19 Asia Cup often act as a launchpad. They give young players a first taste of international pressure, packed crowds and rivalry cricket.

For Sehwag and Dravid, the attention that comes with their surnames will be impossible to avoid. What they do with the bat in Muscat will matter far more than the names on their shirts.

The Road Ahead

India’s squad is set, the groups are locked in, and the countdown to November 5 has begun. All eyes will be on how Raichandani’s team shapes up, and whether the sons of two icons can write their own chapters in Oman.

One thing is certain: this U19 Asia Cup just became one of the most closely watched junior tournaments in recent memory.