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Pakistan U19 and Bangladesh U19 are set to clash in the second semi-final of the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2025 after impressive group-stage performances from both sides. Bangladesh enter the knockout as unbeaten Group B toppers, while Pakistan qualified as Group A runners-up following a crucial victory over UAE.
Pakistan’s campaign has been built around a few standout batting displays, most notably their 241/9 against UAE, with Ahmed Hussain and Sameer Minhas leading the charge. Their bowling, spearheaded by Abdul Subhan and Mohammad Sayyam, has also delivered early breakthroughs. However, a heavy defeat to India exposed some inconsistency, and Pakistan will need their top order to fire if they are to post a competitive total in a pressure game.
Bangladesh have looked more settled throughout the tournament, combining disciplined bowling with assured batting. Their unbeaten run in the group stage, including a convincing 39-run win over Sri Lanka, has given them strong momentum heading into the semi-final. Zawad Abrar has been their most reliable batter, while Shahriar Ahmed has stood out with the ball.
The two sides have recent history at this level, with Bangladesh having beaten Pakistan comfortably in the 2024 U19 Asia Cup semi-final. Conditions are expected to be balanced, with early assistance for seamers and spinners coming into play as the match progresses.
With a place in the final at stake, Pakistan’s batting depth will be tested against Bangladesh’s disciplined bowling attack, setting up a closely fought contest in one of youth cricket’s most competitive rivalries.
Squads:
Pakistan U19 Squad: Sameer Minhas, Usman Khan, Ali Hassan Baloch, Ahmed Hussain, Farhan Yousaf(c), Huzaifa Ahsan, Hamza Zahoor(w), Momin Qamar, Abdul Subhan, Ali Raza, Mohammad Sayyam, Mohammed Huzaifa, Daniyal Ali Khan, Mohammad Shayan, Niqab Shafiq
Bangladesh U19 Squad: Zawad Abrar, MD Rifat Beg, Md Azizul Hakim Tamim(c), Kalam Siddiki Aleen, Md Rizan Hossan, Shahria Al-Amin, Md Farid Hasan Faysal(w), Shahriar Ahmed, Md Samiun Basir Ratul, Saad Islam Razin, Iqbal Hossain Emon, Sheikh Paevez Jibon, Shadhin Islam, Md Sobuj, Md Abdullah
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Pakistan’s campaign has been built around a few standout batting displays, most notably their 241/9 against UAE, with Ahmed Hussain and Sameer Minhas leading the charge. Their bowling, spearheaded by Abdul Subhan and Mohammad Sayyam, has also delivered early breakthroughs. However, a heavy defeat to India exposed some inconsistency, and Pakistan will need their top order to fire if they are to post a competitive total in a pressure game.
Bangladesh have looked more settled throughout the tournament, combining disciplined bowling with assured batting. Their unbeaten run in the group stage, including a convincing 39-run win over Sri Lanka, has given them strong momentum heading into the semi-final. Zawad Abrar has been their most reliable batter, while Shahriar Ahmed has stood out with the ball.
The two sides have recent history at this level, with Bangladesh having beaten Pakistan comfortably in the 2024 U19 Asia Cup semi-final. Conditions are expected to be balanced, with early assistance for seamers and spinners coming into play as the match progresses.
With a place in the final at stake, Pakistan’s batting depth will be tested against Bangladesh’s disciplined bowling attack, setting up a closely fought contest in one of youth cricket’s most competitive rivalries.
Squads:
Pakistan U19 Squad: Sameer Minhas, Usman Khan, Ali Hassan Baloch, Ahmed Hussain, Farhan Yousaf(c), Huzaifa Ahsan, Hamza Zahoor(w), Momin Qamar, Abdul Subhan, Ali Raza, Mohammad Sayyam, Mohammed Huzaifa, Daniyal Ali Khan, Mohammad Shayan, Niqab Shafiq
Bangladesh U19 Squad: Zawad Abrar, MD Rifat Beg, Md Azizul Hakim Tamim(c), Kalam Siddiki Aleen, Md Rizan Hossan, Shahria Al-Amin, Md Farid Hasan Faysal(w), Shahriar Ahmed, Md Samiun Basir Ratul, Saad Islam Razin, Iqbal Hossain Emon, Sheikh Paevez Jibon, Shadhin Islam, Md Sobuj, Md Abdullah
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