Punjab Under-19s and Mumbai Under-19s are one win from the title. They will meet in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy Elite final on 27 October 2026. The match is set for The Daly College in Indore.
Both teams won their semi-finals on 25 October. Punjab beat Vidarbha by 90 runs. Mumbai beat Tamil Nadu by 31 runs. The final starts at 9:00 AM IST.
At A Glance: Punjab U19 vs Mumbai U19. Date: 27 October 2026. Venue: The Daly College in Indore. A 50-over Elite final. The teams are confirmed. The final playing XIs are not.
Vinoo Mankad Trophy Final 2026–27: Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Vinoo Mankad Trophy Elite 2026–27 |
| Match | Final |
| Teams | Punjab Under-19s vs Mumbai Under-19s |
| Date | Tuesday, 27 October 2026 |
| Start Time | 9:00 AM IST / 3:30 AM UTC |
| Venue | The Daly College, Indore |
| Format | Men’s Under-19 50-over cricket |
| Playing XI | Not yet confirmed for the final |
This is the Elite title match. It should not be confused with the separate Plate final.
For past champions, see our Vinoo Mankad Trophy Winners List.
Punjab U19 vs Mumbai U19: Final Preview
Punjab have shown they can win in two ways. They chased 283 against Chandigarh in the quarter-final. They then set 311 for Vidarbha in the semi-final and defended it.
Mumbai have won their last two knockout games while batting first. They bowled out Hyderabad in the quarter-final. They did the same to Tamil Nadu in the semi-final.
That makes the contest worth watching beyond the first innings. Punjab’s recent chase showed depth with the bat. Mumbai’s two wins showed they could defend a score.
Punjab’s Road To The Final
Punjab beat Chandigarh by six wickets in the quarter-final. Chandigarh made 282/9 in 50 overs. Punjab reached 283/4 in 46.1 overs.
Arjun Rajput led that chase with 117 from 106 balls. Umesh Gill stayed unbeaten on 71 from 62 balls. Their runs helped Punjab finish with time to spare.
Punjab then made 310/8 against Vidarbha at The Daly College. Vidarbha ended on 220/9 after 50 overs. The 90-run win took Punjab into the final.
Punjab will return to that same venue for the title match. Their semi-final result gives them a recent game there to draw on.
Mumbai’s Road To The Final
Mumbai beat Hyderabad by 61 runs at The Daly College. They made 255 before being bowled out in 47 overs. Hyderabad were all out for 194 in 43.5 overs.
Tanish Shetty was named Player of the Match. He helped Mumbai with both bat and ball.
Mumbai then made 290/5 against Tamil Nadu. They bowled Tamil Nadu out for 259 in 46.3 overs. That semi-final took place at Neena Vinod Agarwal Sports Academy in Indore.
Vinoo Mankad Trophy Final: Team News
Punjab and Mumbai are the confirmed finalists. The final playing XIs were not verified at the time of this update. No injury or absence claim is included without a confirmed team update.
The recent knockout players below are names to watch. They are not being presented as a confirmed final XI.
Key Players To Watch
| Player | Team | Verified Recent Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Arjun Rajput | Punjab U19 | 117 from 106 balls against Chandigarh in the quarter-final; Player of the Match in the semi-final |
| Umesh Gill | Punjab U19 | 71 not out from 62 balls against Chandigarh in the quarter-final |
| Tanish Shetty | Mumbai U19 | 76 runs and four wickets against Hyderabad in the quarter-final; Player of the Match |
Rajput’s hundred helped Punjab complete a big chase. Gill gave them an unbeaten finish in the same game. Punjab will want that calm batting again if they chase in the final.
Shetty gives Mumbai an option in both innings. His role adds to their team balance.
These are match-specific figures. They are not full tournament totals or claims about the season’s leading scorers.
Pitch Report: The Daly College, Indore
The most useful recent evidence comes from matches at this ground. Mumbai defended 255 against Hyderabad in the quarter-final. Punjab defended 310/8 against Vidarbha in the semi-final.
Those results show two recent wins for teams batting first. They do not prove that every pitch here favours batting first. Two games are too few for a firm venue rule.
There is no verified match-day pitch report yet. Weather and dew details have not been checked. Boundary sizes and pace or spin advantages are also unverified. The captains must judge the surface at the toss.
Vinoo Mankad Trophy Final Prediction
4xSports View: A close final, with a slight lean towards Punjab. This is analysis, not a certain result.
Punjab’s recent wins include a strong chase and a big defence. Rajput and Gill also have verified knockout runs behind them. That gives Punjab a small edge in this preview.
Mumbai remain a serious threat. Their bowling dismissed Hyderabad and Tamil Nadu in back-to-back knockout wins. Shetty’s all-round quarter-final display adds to their case.
Early wickets could change the contest quickly. A confirmed XI and the match-day pitch may also change this view. No score range or win percentage is invented before those details are known.
Where To Follow Vinoo Mankad Trophy Final Live Score
Follow the official BCCI final match centre for the match listing and scorecard updates.
Live video coverage has not been verified for this final. A live-score page is not proof of a live stream. Check for a match-specific official broadcast announcement before buying a subscription.
Frequently Asked Questions
When Is The Vinoo Mankad Trophy Final 2026–27?
The Elite final is scheduled for Tuesday, 27 October 2026. The listed start time is 9:00 AM IST.
Where Will The Final Be Played?
Punjab U19 and Mumbai U19 will play at The Daly College in Indore.
Which Teams Qualified For The Final?
Punjab Under-19s and Mumbai Under-19s qualified. Punjab beat Vidarbha in the semi-final. Mumbai beat Tamil Nadu.
What Is The Format Of The Final?
It is a men’s Under-19 one-day match. Each team can bat for up to 50 overs in a full game.
Where Can Fans Follow The Live Score?
The official BCCI match centre carries the final listing. A confirmed live-video service has not been verified yet.
