Pakistan face UAE in AFC U19 Asia Cup semifinal today
Asher
Butt
The stage is set for a clash
of young titans as Pakistan U19 squares off against UAE U19 in the semi-final
of the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2023. The highly anticipated match takes place at
the ICC Academy Ground Dubai on December 15, 2023, at 9:30 AM local time.
Pakistan U19 has been a dominant force in
the tournament, sweeping Group A with three consecutive wins. Mohammad
Zeeshan's six-wicket haul and 20-run cameo against Nepal U19 earned him the
player of the match award. Azan Awais's masterful 105-run knock led the team to
victory over India U19, while Shamyl Hussain's all-round performance (75 runs,
1 wicket) secured a comfortable win against Afghanistan U19.
UAE U19, playing alongside Bangladesh,
Japan, and Sri Lanka in Group B, has also displayed impressive form. The hosts
will be looking to capitalize on their home advantage and showcase their skills
to a passionate crowd.
The last meeting between these two teams
saw Pakistan U19 emerge victorious by 21 runs at the ICC Academy Ground in
2021. Captain Qasim Akram shone with an all-round performance, scoring 50 runs
and taking three wickets.
Pakistan captain Saad Baig expressed his
team's unwavering focus on winning the championship: "We have done well so
far, but our goal is to lift the U19 Asia Cup. We strive to perform on the big
stage, and we're constantly looking to improve after each match."
This semi-final promises to be a
nail-biting encounter with both teams hungry for victory. With talented players
on both sides and passionate fans in the stands, the stage is set for an
exciting spectacle of youth cricket.
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