The live score of the U19 match between India and Bangladesh is currently being updated. Both teams are fielding strong lineups, with India featuring players such as Dipesh, Mohammad Enan, and Aaron George, among others. Bangladesh, led by captain Azizul Hakim Tamim, includes key players like Jawad Abrar and Samiun Basir Ratul. The competitive spirit of this match highlights the talent and potential of young cricketers from both nations
Five-time champions India began their campaign on the expected lines, cruising to a six-wicket victory over the United States after bowling them out for 107 in a rain-interrupted encounter.
Right-arm pacer Henil Patel took an outstanding 5/16 in seven overs, effectively chipping away at the rest of the bowling unit.
India’s star-studded batting line-up will be keen for a long spell in the middle against Bangladesh, who are expected to give a tougher test than the USA.
The Ayush Mather-led side will once again rely on the opening pair of Mahatre and 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavansi.
Vice-captain Bihan Malhotra, all-rounders Aaron George and Vedanta Trivedi, along with wicketkeeper Abhijan Kundu, will provide solidity throughout the batting order.
The pace attack consists of D Dipesh, RS Ambarish, Henil Patel, Kishan Kumar Singh, and Udhav Mohan; Kanishk Chauhan, Khilan Patel, and Mohammad Enan will handle the spinning duties.
Champions in five of the 16 editions of the tournament, India remain the most successful team in the competition’s history, which began in 1988 when Australia won the inaugural title.
A great run over the past year, including series wins in England, Australia, and South Africa, has boosted their confidence. India has secured their 14th victory in their last 17 matches against the USA.
Veteran captain Azizul Hakeem leads Bangladesh, and his leadership will be crucial as the team navigates the tournament across Zimbabwe and Namibia.
Hakeem and his deputy, Jawad Abrar, who have amassed over 1,000 youth ODI runs since the 2024 edition, will lead the batting. Kalam Siddiqui, who amassed 857 runs during the same period, added more firepower.
Bangladesh also has a strong bowling attack, with pacers Iqbal Hossain and Al Fahad likely to enjoy the pace-friendly conditions in Zimbabwe.
The duo are the highest wicket-takers since the last U-19 World Cup, claiming 45 and 43 wickets, respectively, while left-arm spinner Samoun Basir also impressed with 29 wickets at an economy rate of under four.
Team (from):
India:
AYUSH Mathre (C), RS Ambarish, Kanishk Chauhan, D. Dipesh, Mohammad Enan, Aaron George, Abhiyan Kundu, Kishan Kumar Singh, Bihan Malhotra, Udhav Mohan, Henil Patel, Khilan A.
Patel, Harvansh Singh, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, and Vedanta Trivedi are also part of the team.
Bangladesh:
Azizul Hakim Tamim (captain), Jawad Abrar, Samiun Basir Ratul, Sheikh Parvez Jiban, Rizan Hossain, Shaharia Al Amin, Shadin Islam, Md Abdullah, Farid Hasan Faisal, Kalam Siddiqui Allen, Rifat Baig,
Saad Islam Rajin, Al Fahad, Shahriar Iqbal, and Shahriar Ahmed. Reserve: Abdur Rahim, Debashis Sarkar Dewa, Rafi Uzzaman Rafi, Farhan Shahriar, Farzan Ahmed Alif, Sanjid Mazumder, Md Sabuj.
