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The stage is set for an epic showdown between India U19 and Bangladesh U19 in the final of the 2024 Under-19 Asia Cup. The high-stakes match will be played on Sunday, December 8, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Both teams have shown resilience and skill to reach this point, overcoming setbacks early in the tournament.
Match Details and Live Streaming
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Date & Time | December 8, 2024, 10:30 AM (IST) |
| Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| Broadcast & Streaming | Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV |
Road to the Final
India U19
- After an opening loss to Pakistan, India bounced back with dominant wins over Japan and UAE, securing second place in Group A.
- In the semifinal, they dismantled Sri Lanka by seven wickets, chasing down the target in just 22.4 overs.
- Ayush Mhatre and 13-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi have been standout performers with the bat, each amassing over 150 runs in the tournament with stellar strike rates.
- Chetan Sharma, India’s leading pacer, has been pivotal with 7 wickets in just three matches.
Bangladesh U19
- Bangladesh also finished second in Group B behind Sri Lanka, defeating Nepal and Afghanistan with commanding margins.
- In the semifinal, Bangladesh stunned Group A toppers Pakistan, winning by seven wickets and with 167 balls to spare.
- Captain Md Azizul Hakim leads the batting charts with 224 runs at an average of 112.00.
- Al Fahad and Iqbal Hossain Emon have been Bangladesh’s bowling stars, each claiming 10 wickets in the tournament.
Pitch Report: Dubai International Cricket Stadium
The Dubai surface has evolved throughout the tournament:
- First Innings Advantage: Teams batting first have found more success, winning 5 of 7 matches at this venue.
- Pace & Spin Impact: Fast bowlers are thriving, especially with early movement on offer. Spinners dominate the middle overs as the pitch begins to grip.
- Scoring Trends: The average first innings score is 222, while chasing teams have struggled under pressure.
Expect a balanced contest with the toss winner likely opting to bat first.
Key Players and Stats to Watch
- Ayush Mhatre (India U19):
- Runs: 175 in 4 matches
- Average: 58.33
- Strike Rate: 143.44
- Md Azizul Hakim (Bangladesh U19):
- Runs: 224 in 4 matches
- Average: 112.00
- Strike Rate: 84.52
- Chetan Sharma (India U19):
- Wickets: 7 in 3 matches
- Average: 10.71
- Strike Rate: 20.57
- Al Fahad (Bangladesh U19):
- Wickets: 10 in 4 matches
- Average: 13.50
- Strike Rate: 20.90
Probable Playing XIs
India U19:
- Ayush Mhatre
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi
- Andre Siddarth C
- Mohamed Amaan (c)
- KP Karthikeya
- Nikhil Kumar
- Harvansh Singh (wk)
- Kiran Chormale
- Hardik Raj
- Chetan Sharma
- Yudhajit Guha
Bangladesh U19:
- Zawad Abrar
- Kalam Siddiki Aleen
- Md Azizul Hakim Tamin (c)
- Mohammad Shihab James
- Md Rizan Hossan
- Md Farid Hasan Faysal (wk)
- Debasish Sarkar Deba
- Md Samiun Basir Ratul
- Maruf Mridha
- Al Fahad
- Iqbal Hossain Emon
Winner Prediction
India U19 enters as slight favorites due to their well-rounded performances and depth in both batting and bowling. However, Bangladesh U19 has been clinical, especially in their semifinal win over Pakistan, and can spring surprises. Fans can expect a tightly fought contest with both teams vying for regional supremacy.
