Pakistan and India to face off in U19 Asia Cup final today

Pakistan and India to face off in U19 Asia Cup final today

Web desk: The U19 Asia Cup final will be played today, Sunday, December 21, between Pakistan and India in Dubai.

U19 Asia Cup final

Event / MatchDateTime (Local / Pakistan Time)
Pakistan U19 vs Bangladesh U19 (Semi-Final)Friday, 19 Dec 2025
India U19 vs Sri Lanka U19 (Semi-Final)Friday, 19 Dec 2025
U19 Asia Cup Final: Pakistan vs IndiaSunday, 21 Dec 202510:00 AM

Pakistan Under-19 secured their spot in the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2025 final with a convincing eight-wicket victory over Bangladesh U19 at the Sevens Stadium on Friday.

The semi-final was shortened to 27 overs per side due to overnight rain and a wet outfield, causing a delayed start.

Pakistan captain Farhan Yousaf won the toss and chose to field.

Bangladesh U19 were bowled out for 121 runs in 26.3 overs. They struggled against disciplined Pakistani bowling.

Right-arm pacer Abdul Subhan led the attack with an impressive 4 wickets for 20 runs. It put the opposition under constant pressure during the middle overs.

He was backed by Huzaifa Ahsan, who claimed 2 wickets for 10 runs.

Ali Raza, Mohammad Sayyam, and Ahmed Hussain picked up one wicket each.

For Bangladesh, Samiun Basir top-scored with 33 runs. It offered brief resistance before the innings collapsed.

Pakistan chased down the modest target with ease. And finished at 122 for 2 in 16.3 overs.

Opener Sameer Minhas led the way with a superb unbeaten 69 off 57 balls, including six fours and two sixes.

Usman Khan provided brisk support, contributing 27 runs with two fours and two sixes.

Ahmed remained not out on 11, guiding Pakistan to victory without any late drama.

Pakistan defeated Bangladesh, while India beat Sri Lanka to secure their place in the final.

The final will start at 10:00 am Pakistan time.