Pakistan U19 Faces Bangladesh U19 In ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2024 Semi-Final Showdown
The upcoming semifinal of the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2024 promises an intense showdown between Pakistan U19 and Bangladesh U19. Scheduled for Friday, December 6, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, this match is set to captivate cricket fans as both teams vie for a spot in the final.
Pakistan U19 has been impressive throughout the group stages, maintaining an unbeaten streak. Shahzaib Khan's outstanding form has been pivotal for the team. Meanwhile, Bangladesh U19 is eager to recover from their recent narrow loss to Sri Lanka and secure a place in the final.
Historically, Pakistan U19 has often emerged victorious against Bangladesh U19. Notable wins include a thrilling 5-run victory during the ICC U19 World Cup 2022. The teams also met in the 2020 World Cup, which ended without a result. In May 2023, Pakistan secured a 4-wicket win in Rajshahi during a Youth T20I series.
| Category | Matches Played | Pakistan Wins | Bangladesh Wins | Draw/Tie | Total (All Matches) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC U19 Asia Cup | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| ICC U19 World Cup | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Bilateral/Triangular Series | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Total (All Formats) | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 9 |
Despite Pakistan's dominance in some encounters, Bangladesh U19 has shown they can be formidable opponents. In the 2018 U19 Asia Cup, Bangladesh clinched a close victory by three wickets against Pakistan. This rivalry showcases both teams' ability to perform under pressure.
Pakistan's journey to the semifinal has been marked by consistent performances. They topped Group A with three wins, thanks largely to Shahzaib Khan's two centuries and his leading run tally of 336 runs. Muhammad Riazullah and bowlers Abdul Subhan and Mohammad Huzaifa have also contributed significantly.
Bangladesh U19 finished second in Group B with two victories out of three matches. Al Fahad has been instrumental with nine wickets, while Azizul Hakim and Kalam Siddiki have led their batting efforts.
| Date | Tournament | Match Result | Margin/Details | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Oct 2018 | U19 Asia Cup | Bangladesh U19 won | 3 wickets (with 16 balls remaining) | Dubai International Cricket Stadium |
| 24 Jan 2020 | ICC U19 World Cup | No Result | - | - |
| 31 Jan 2022 | ICC U19 World Cup | Pakistan U19 won | 6 wickets (with 21 balls remaining) | Abu Dhabi Cricket Stadium |
| 3 Feb 2022 | ICC U19 World Cup | Pakistan U19 won | 5 runs | Abu Dhabi Cricket Stadium |
| 17 May 2023 | Youth T20I Series | Pakistan U19 won | 4 wickets (with 5 balls remaining) | Rajshahi |
| 16 Nov 2022 | Youth T20I Series | Bangladesh U19 won | 5 wickets (with 3 balls remaining) | Multan |
| 18 Nov 2022 | Youth T20I Series | Pakistan U19 won | 7 wickets (with 10 balls remaining) | Multan |
The head-to-head record between these teams highlights their competitive nature. Both sides have demonstrated skill and determination in past encounters, making this semifinal clash highly anticipated among cricket enthusiasts.
Pakistan U19 vs Bangladesh U19 Full Squads
Pakistan U19
Saad Baig (c/wk), Mohammad Ahmed, Haroon Arshad, Tayyab Arif, Mohammad Huzefa, Naveed Ahmed Khan, Hassan Khan, Shahzaib Khan, Usman Khan, Faham-ul-Haq, Ali Raza, Mohammad Riazullah, Abdul Subhan, Farhan Yousuf, Umar Zaib.
Bangladesh U19
Al Fahad, Ashrafuzzaman Barenava, Azizul Hakim Tamim (c), Debasish Sarkar Deba, Farid Hasan Faysal, Iabal Hasan Emon, Maruf Maidha, Rafi Uzzaman Rafi, Rifat Beg, Rizan Hossan, Saad Islam Razin, Samiun Basir Ratul, Shihab James Zawad Abrar (vc).
This semifinal match is crucial for both teams as they aim for glory in the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2024. With talented players on each side and a history of closely contested games between them, fans can expect an exciting battle on December 6.
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