The stage is set for a blockbuster finale as two stalwarts of Asian age-group cricket, India U19 And Pakistan U19The ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2025 Final will be contested at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai.
After a tough tournament, these two rivals meet again just a week after their high-stakes group-stage encounter. India enter the final as the only undefeated team, while Pakistan have shown tremendous resilience to bounce back and secure their place in the title clash.
India have the psychological edge, having defeated Pakistan by 90 runs in the group stage on December 14. In that game, India’s bowling depth and Aaron George’s middle-order heroics proved too much for the Boys in Green.
key players to watch
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi, The 14-year-old sensation has been the talk of the town throughout the tournament. His record-breaking innings of 171 runs in 95 balls against UAE highlighted his explosive ability at the top.
- Ayush Mhatre (C): The captain has professional experience from Ranji Trophy and IPL. Although he had a quiet group platform, his leadership and tactical skills have been impeccable.
- Aaron George: The hero of the last IND-PAK clash, his innings of 85 runs saved India from a precarious position.
- Deepesh Devendran: The fast bowler who destroyed Pakistan’s top order by taking 3 wickets in the last meeting.
- Huzaifa Ahsan: Pakistan’s most consistent batsman, he struggled single-handedly with a 70-run knock against India in the group stage and will be crucial in the middle order.
- Ali Raza: A high quality fast bowler who played a key role in Pakistan’s U19 World Cup last year. He will look to take advantage of any early moisture at the Dubai track.
- Farhan Yousuf (C): The captain leads a balanced team and will have to take over the innings if the top order falters against India’s spinners.
- Mohammed Syam: A dangerous all-rounder who took 3 wickets against India earlier and provided vital balance.
IND vs PAK, U19 Asia Cup Final: Match Details
- date and time: 21 December; 10:30am IST / 5:00am GMT / 9:00am Local
- venue: ICC Academy Ground, Dubai
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ICC Academy Ground Pitch Report:
The pitch at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai generally offers a well-balanced surface that provides genuine and consistent bounce, which is suited to top-order batsmen who are comfortable playing through the line early in the innings. As the match progresses and the surface dries out from the Dubai sun, the pitch slows down and begins to hold, leading to a tactical battle in the middle overs, where spinners become vital in controlling the run rate. Historically, this location is favorable for the team batting first, as it can be a bit difficult to bat in the second innings once the surface gets rough.
Squad:
India U19: Ayush Mhatre (captain), Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Aaron George, Vihaan Malhotra, Vedant Trivedi, Abhigyan Kundu (wicketkeeper), Kanishk Chauhan, Henil Patel, Khilan Patel, Deepesh Devendran, Kishan Kumar Singh, Udhav Mohan, Naman Pushpak, Harvansh Pangalia, Yuvraj Gohil.
Pakistan U19: Sameer Minhas, Hamza Zahoor (w), Usman Khan, Ahmed Hussain, Farhan Yousuf (c), Huzaifa Ahsan, Daniyal Ali Khan, Mohammad Shayan, Abdul Subhan, Mohammad Syam, Ali Raza, Momin Qamar, Ali Hasan Baloch, Naqab Shafiq, Mohammad Huzaifa.
IND vs PAK, U19 Asia Cup 2025: Today’s match prediction
Case 1:
India won the toss and bowled first
Pakistan Powerplay Score: 40-50
Pakistan’s total score: 250-260
Case 2:
Pakistan won the toss and bowled first
India’s powerplay score: 45-55
India’s total score: 270-290
Match result: The team that bowls first wins the competition.
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