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Bangladesh Triumphs: U19 Asia Cup Cricket Thriller

Bangladesh won the U19 Asia Cup cricket tournament title. The final match between Bangladesh and India took place at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Bangladesh scored 198 runs in 49.1 overs, with key contributors including Rizwan Hossan, Muhammad Shihab James, and Farid Hasan.

Match Overview and Tournament Dynamics

  • 11th ACC U19 Men's Asia Cup held from 29 November to 8 December 2024
  • Hosted by Emirates Cricket Board in Sharjah and Dubai
  • Eight teams participated, divided into two groups
  • Final match played between Bangladesh and India at Dubai International Cricket Stadium
  • Tournament history shows India as most successful team with eight previous title wins

Bangladesh's Commanding Performance

  • Batting first, Bangladesh scored 198 runs in 49.1 overs

Key contributors:

    • Rizan Hossan: 47 runs
    • Mohammad Shihab James: 40 runs
    • Farid Hasan: 39 runs
  • Crucial 62-run partnership between James and Hossan stabilized innings

Bowling heroes:

    • Iqbal Hossain Emon: 3 wickets
    • Azizul Hakim: 3 wickets
  • Effectively neutralized India's bowling attack

India's Challenging Chase and Collapse

  • Targeted 199 runs for victory
  • Early batting struggles with quick wicket losses

Top performers:

    • Mohamed Amaan (Captain): 26 runs
    • Hardik Raj: 24 runs
    • KP Karthikeya: 21 runs
  • Dramatic collapse from 24/2 to eventual 139 all out
  • Lost by 59 runs, failing to capitalize on initial bowling performance
  • Indian bowlers' earlier efforts went in vain with Yudhajit Guha (2/29) and Chetan Sharma (2/48) performing reasonably

Additional Context:

  • Player of the Final: Iqbal Hossain Emon (Bangladesh)
  • Part of a challenging day for Indian cricket, with senior men's and women's teams also facing defeats

Tournament Significance:

  • Demonstrates emerging talent in Asian cricket
  • Highlights Bangladesh's growing strength in youth cricket
  • Reflects competitive nature of regional youth tournaments

Noteworthy Statistics:

  • Tournament Duration: 10 days
  • Participating Teams: 8
  • Final Margin: 59 runs
  • Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium

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