Dubai: India’s Under-19 team produced a composed all-round performance to defeat Sri Lanka U19 in the Under-19 Asia Cup 2025 semi-final, securing a place in the tournament final.
In a rain-affected encounter, Sri Lanka were restricted to a modest total, which India chased down comfortably to keep their title hopes alive.
Sri Lanka’s Innings Kept in Check
Batting first after the match was reduced to 20 overs per side, Sri Lanka U19 struggled to build momentum against disciplined Indian bowling. Wickets fell at regular intervals, preventing any big partnerships from developing.
Despite a few fighting contributions, Sri Lanka finished with 138 for 8, a total that looked below par on a decent batting surface.
India’s Calm and Confident Chase
India approached the chase with patience and control. After losing a couple of early wickets, the middle order ensured there was no panic.
- Vihaan Malhotra played a mature innings, remaining unbeaten and anchoring the chase.
- Aaron George provided solid support at the other end, and the pair stitched together a match-winning partnership.
India reached the target with two overs to spare, sealing a convincing victory and underlining their dominance in the knockout match.
Road to the Final
With this win, India U19 have booked their spot in the Under-19 Asia Cup final, where they will face Pakistan U19 in what promises to be a high-intensity clash between two traditional rivals.
The final will be closely watched as both teams look to lift the prestigious youth title and showcase the next generation of cricketing talent.
