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The ACC U-19 Asia Cup continues as table-toppers Pakistan U-19 take on struggling Japan U-19. Pakistan have dominated Group A with two back-to-back wins, while Japan U-19 have yet to secure their first victory. This fixture marks the first meeting between the two sides in the YODI format and is expected to be a one-sided contest on paper.
Match Details
- Event: ACC U-19 Asia Cup 2024, Match 11
- Teams: Japan U-19 vs Pakistan U-19
- Date & Time: December 4, 2024, 10:30 AM IST
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium (DICS), Dubai
Team Previews
Pakistan U-19 Preview
Pakistan U-19 are in imperious form, having beaten India U-19 and UAE U-19 convincingly. Their batting lineup, led by Shahzaib Khan and Muhammad Riaz Ullah, has been firing on all cylinders. In their last match against UAE, Shahzaib (132) and Riaz Ullah (106) put up a record 183-run partnership, propelling the team to a mammoth total of 324. Shahzaib, the tournament’s leading scorer with 291 runs, has been in sensational touch.
The bowling unit, spearheaded by Abdul Subhan (6/57 in the last game), has been equally formidable. Subhan leads the tournament’s wicket-takers with 8 scalps. With the likes of Saad Baig and Ali Raza providing depth, Pakistan U-19 look well-equipped to maintain their unbeaten run.
Key Players:
- Shahzaib Khan: 291 runs, averaging 145.50
- Abdul Subhan: 8 wickets, best figures of 6/57
Pakistan U-19 Predicted Playing XI:
Usman Khan, Shahzaib Khan, Muhammad Riaz Ullah, Faham ul Haq, Farhan Yousaf, Saad Baig (c & wk), Haroon Arshad, Abdul Subhan, Ali Raza, Mohammad Ahmed, Naveed Ahmed Khan
Japan U-19 Preview
Japan U-19 have endured a tough tournament, suffering heavy defeats against UAE and India. Their previous game against India saw them chasing a massive 340, where they managed only 128 in 50 overs. Hugo Kelly (50 off 111) and Charles Hinze (35 off 68) were the only batters to show some resistance.
Bowling remains Japan’s Achilles’ heel. They conceded 339 runs against India, with only Hugo Kelly (2/42) managing respectable figures. Aarav Tiwari, who picked up 3/40 in the earlier game, will need to step up. With a brittle batting lineup and inexperienced bowlers, Japan face an uphill battle against an in-form Pakistan side.
Key Players:
- Hugo Kelly: 75 runs in two games, averaging 25.5
- Aarav Tiwari: Best bowling figures of 3/40
Japan U-19 Predicted Playing XI:
Hugo Kelly, Nihar Parmar, Koji Abe (c), Kazuma Kato-Stafford, Charles Hinze, Timothy Moore, Aditya Phadke, Kiefer Yamamoto-Lake, Daniel Panckhurst (wk), Max Lynn, Aarav Tiwari
Fantasy Team XI
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Batsmen | Muhammad Riaz Ullah, Usman Khan, Hugo Kelly |
| All-rounders | Saad Baig, Aarav Tiwari, Haroon Arshad |
| Bowlers | Ali Raza, Mohammad Ahmed, Kiefer Yamamoto-Lake, Naveed Ahmed |
| Wicketkeeper | Daniel Panckhurst |
Pitch Report
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium pitch has been favorable for teams batting first. Fast bowlers may extract some early movement and bounce with the new ball, but conditions ease out as the match progresses. Spinners are expected to come into play in the middle overs, and chasing teams have struggled on this surface.
- Average 1st Innings Score: 270
- Toss Prediction: To Bat
Weather Report
The weather in Dubai is expected to be clear with no chance of rain.
- Temperature: 22-28°C
- Humidity: 42%
- Wind: 5-10 km/h
Winning Prediction
Pakistan U-19 are overwhelming favorites in this fixture. Their dominant performances in the tournament, combined with the lackluster displays from Japan U-19, make them the likely winners. While Japan may hope for an inspired showing, Pakistan’s firepower and consistency are likely to prove too strong.
Prediction: Pakistan U-19 to win
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