Bangladesh face India in U-19 Asia Cup final to retain their title

India's formidable batting line-up will take on Bangladesh's incisive bowling attack when the two teams clash for the ACC U19 Men's Asia Cup title at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday. 

India, the most successful side in the tournament's history with eight titles, are eager to reclaim their crown after a three-year hiatus.

Defending champions Bangladesh, who eliminated India in the last edition, are determined to retain their title in what promises to be an exciting rematch of the 2023 semi-final.

India's batting has been a standout feature of their campaign, led by opener Ayush Mhatre, who has amassed 175 runs in the tournament.

He is ably supported by 13-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who has scored 167 runs and has captured the imagination of cricket fans with his mature performances.

Bangladesh, meanwhile, have banked on their bowlers to deliver success. Md. Al Fahad and Md. Iqbal Hasan Emon have been exceptional, topping the wicket-taking charts with 10 dismissals apiece.

Their consistency and ability to deliver under pressure have been instrumental in Bangladesh's journey to the final.

India's campaign has been one of resilience and resurgence. After a shaky start that saw them lose to Pakistan in the group stage, the team bounced back strongly.

In the semi-final against Sri Lanka, India delivered a clinical performance, sealing victory with 28 overs to spare and sending a strong message to their opponents.

Bangladesh, too, have displayed consistency and determination throughout the tournament. Their only group-stage loss came against Sri Lanka, but they made amends with a dominant seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in the semi-final.

The defending champions have shown they are a well-rounded side, capable of rising to the occasion in high-pressure matches