Bangladesh U-19 cricket has been a rising star in Asian age-group cricket in recent years. After years of investment in their youth program, they have broken through emphatically in recent editions of the Asia Cup:
- 2019 (Sri Lanka): Bangladesh narrowly lost to India in the final by just 5 runs, marking their arrival as a competitive force in U-19 cricket.
- 2023 (UAE): Bangladesh triumphed in the final, defeating the United Arab Emirates by a commanding 195-run margin. This victory was a watershed moment for Bangladesh’s youth program, proving they could not only compete with the traditional giants but also clinch the trophy.
Bangladesh’s victory in 2023 stands as a testament to the strength and development of their cricketing ecosystem, making them a growing threat to India and Pakistan’s historical dominance in the tournament.
As the 2024 final approaches, India and Bangladesh will face off once again at the Dubai International Stadium. India is keen to avenge their 2023 semi-final loss to Bangladesh, adding extra excitement to the match.
India stormed into the final after a comprehensive victory over Sri Lanka in the semi-finals. The young prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi, just 13 years old, stole the show with a blistering knock of 67 runs off 36 balls, leading his team to an effortless chase of 175.
Meanwhile, Bangladesh secured their spot in the summit clash with a stunning win over Pakistan. Under the leadership of Md Azizul Hakim Tamin, Bangladesh displayed resilience and skill, sealing their place in the final.