India vs Sri Lanka U19 Asia Cup Final Highlights: India U19 defeat Sri Lanka U19 to clinch record-extending eighth title

Dec 31, 2021, 10:08:14 IST

India U19 Vs Sri Lanka U19 Asia Cup Final Highlights: Follow Highlights and updates of the U-19 Asia Cup final at the Dubai International Stadium in the UAE.

India U19 side in action against Sri Lanka U19

India U19 Vs Sri Lanka U19 Asia Cup Final Highlights: A disciplined bowling effort followed by Raghuvanshi's half-century has helped India clinch their eighth U19 Asia Cup title at the Dubai International Stadium. Ravi Kumar, Rajvardhan Hangargekar and Raj Bawa picked a wicket each to mount some early pressure on the islanders. Kaushal Tambe piled further misery on the islanders, picking two wickets in his first three overs of the day. Vicky Ostwal also left his mark, picking three wickets including two in a single over. It was Angkrish Raghuvanshi towards the end, who notched up a half-century to seal the win for India. The rain-marred final was reduced to 38 overs after a two-hour interruption. In eight editions of the U-19 Asia Cup, India have now won it eight times, which includes a shared trophy in 2012. The team also owns the record of having never lost a final....Read More

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Dec 31, 2021, 18:43:48 IST

‘Champions’

Dec 31, 2021, 18:41:16 IST

A win to remember

Raghuvanshi (56 not out) and haik Rasheed (31 not out) will cherish this moment forever. Ostwal also had a great day & was the pick of the bowlers, registering figures of 3/11.

Dec 31, 2021, 18:20:38 IST

A comprehensive victory

Dec 31, 2021, 18:20:03 IST

Ostwal, Raghuvanshi shine in India U19's all-round show

It started with Ravi Kumar and Raj Bawa picking up early wickets. Kaushal Tambe also picked two while Vicky Ostwal added three to his name. The rain-marred contest saw India chasing a modest 102-run target in 38 overs, where Angkrish Raghuvanshi shone with the bat after Harnoor Singh's early departure. Shaikh Rasheed also teamed up with Raghuvanshi to help India get past the finish line.

Dec 31, 2021, 18:13:29 IST

India U19 add one more trophy to the cabinet

In eight editions of the U-19 Asia Cup, India have now won it eight times, which includes a shared trophy in 2012.

Dec 31, 2021, 18:10:34 IST

India U19 complete hat-trick of titles

India U19 have defeated Sri Lanka U19 by nine wickets to complete the hat-trick of titles! India are U19 Asia Cup 2021 champions!

Dec 31, 2021, 18:06:45 IST

Fifty for Raghuvanshi

Raghuvanshi brings up his fifty! A fine innings from the young Indian opener, who reaches the fifty in 64 deliveries. India just a boundary away from the title.

India 98/1

Dec 31, 2021, 18:05:22 IST

India U19 on the verge of adding one more title

Dec 31, 2021, 18:00:14 IST

India in control with the bat

India need 16 runs off 114 deliveries to extend their winning record in the tournament.

India 86/1

Dec 31, 2021, 17:54:54 IST

FOUR!

It's becoming too easy for India at the moment. Wellalage pitches one further up and Raghuvanshi smashes it right off the middle off the bat for a boundary.

India 82/1

Dec 31, 2021, 17:52:20 IST

India closer to victory

India just need 29 more runs. Sri Lankan bowlers have constantly bowled short deliveries, giving room to both the Indian batters.

India 74/1

Dec 31, 2021, 17:47:02 IST

Sri Lanka's bowling struggles

11 wides from Sri Lanka at this point. This is turning out to be a lop-sided contest in Dubai. India need 40 more runs to clinch the title with nine wickets in hand.

Dec 31, 2021, 17:41:27 IST

50-run partnership

Fifty runs added by Raghuvanshi & Rasheed. India are at the halfway stage now and the pair will be looking to stay unbeaten till the end.

India 60/1

Dec 31, 2021, 17:37:14 IST

India at halfway mark

Raghuvanshi & Rasheed have added 48 after Harnoor's departure. The U19 stage has unearthed many stars including Kohli and Dhawan and we could perhaps see one of these two playing for the senior men's team in the future.

India 56/1

Dec 31, 2021, 17:29:23 IST

Indian boys keep scoreboard ticking

Five wides in a single over by Pathirana, which is making the job easier for the Indian batters. That's the last thing that Sri Lanka wanted. The islanders are in desperate need of a wicket at this moment.

India 46/1

Dec 31, 2021, 17:18:15 IST

Pathirana into the attack

Pathirana has been handed the ball. He's got a slingy action just like Sri Lanka legend Lasith Malinga.

India 33/1

Dec 31, 2021, 17:11:29 IST

India off to great start

A short one and Raghuvanshi easily dispatched that over square leg for a boundary. Seven runs off Wickramasinghe's over and India are off to a great start.

India 25/1

Dec 31, 2021, 17:02:00 IST

FOUR!

Wide and short & that's punched on the backfoot by Raghuvanshi. He looks unfazed by Harnoor's departure, looking to hit anything that's in his zone.

India 15/1

Dec 31, 2021, 16:59:43 IST

WICKET!

Rodrigo provides the breakthrough! He traps Harnoor for five, trapped plumb in front. The Sri Lankan camp is elated.

India 10/1

Dec 31, 2021, 16:52:54 IST

India off to steady start

A short delivery has hit Raghuvanshi on the helmet but he's alright to keep going. Sri Lanka looking for early wickets to stay alive in the contest.

India 8/0

Dec 31, 2021, 16:50:11 IST

India's target has been revised to 99

Dec 31, 2021, 16:44:30 IST

Indian openers at the crease

Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Harnoor Singh are at the crease. Yasiru Rodrigo opens the attack for Sri Lanka.

Dec 31, 2021, 16:33:48 IST

India chasing third consecutive title

Dec 31, 2021, 16:29:08 IST

India need 107 runs to win

Pathirana and Rodrigo have helped Sri Lanka go past the 100-run mark but India would fancy their chances after a disciplined bowling and fielding effort. Ostwal was the pick of the bowlers with three for 11 in 8 overs. Tambe picked two while Bawa, Kumar and Hangargekar added one wicket each to their name.

Dec 31, 2021, 16:24:55 IST

Sri Lanka finish at 106/9

Hangargekar picks up a wicket on the final delivery as Sri Lanka finish on 106/9 in the rain-marred contest. India need 107 runs to win the title.

Dec 31, 2021, 16:17:31 IST

Sri Lanka search for boundaries

We still haven't seeen any power-hitting yet. Just six more deliveries to go.

Dec 31, 2021, 16:09:01 IST

WICKET!

A brilliant throw from Rasheed. Direct hit and De Silva falls short of the crease. Sri Lanka eight down now.

Sri Lanka 83/8

Dec 31, 2021, 16:06:23 IST

India in driver's seat

Beautiful sunshine and Indian fans must be happy! Sri Lanka, on the other hand, will look to get past 100 in the final few overs.

Dec 31, 2021, 16:01:58 IST

UPDATE

Dec 31, 2021, 15:57:58 IST

Rain Update

The rain really came down hard but the sun is now peeking through! The play would resume in about a couple of minutes! Match reduced to 38 overs a side.

Dec 31, 2021, 15:50:06 IST

Rain Interruption

Would we see a disappointing and anticlimactic ending here? India are favourites to win the contest, especially with the kind of firepower they have in their batting setup.

Dec 31, 2021, 15:16:10 IST

Previous U19 Asia Cup final

Left-arm spinner Atharva Ankolekar had registered a five-wicket haul in the previous U-19 Asia Cup final against Bangladesh. efending a paltry total of 106, India dismissed Bangladesh for a paltry 101 in 33 overs.

Dec 31, 2021, 14:49:22 IST

All eyes on Yash Dhull

The skipper will be among the players to look out for when the Indian team steps in for the chase. He has had his fair of captaincy in the past. He has the experience of leading Delhi’s U-16, U-19, and India ‘A’ U-19 sides, and the right-hander is often termed as a classy batter.

Dec 31, 2021, 14:34:16 IST

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Dec 31, 2021, 14:16:58 IST

Sri Lanka U19 aim to go past 100

Raveen De Silva (13*) and Yasiru Rodrigo (4*) are the two unbeaten batters in the middle. The pair has added 17. Indian bowlers would be looking to get a couple of more wickets and finish this as quickly as possible.

Sri Lanka 74/7

Dec 31, 2021, 13:57:45 IST

The story so far

On a wicket that contradicts Sri Lanka's decision to bat first, Indian seamers and spinners have been brilliant. Ravi Kumar drew first blood and Raj Bawa also added one wicket under his belt, leaving Sri Lanka reeling at 15/2 after the first Powerplay. Kaushal Tambe joined the wicket-takers list by picking two quick wickets but the highlight of the day so far has been Vicky Ostwal's display with the ball. He's bowled eight overs so far, conceding just 11 runs and picking up three wickets.

Dec 31, 2021, 13:41:34 IST

UPDATE

Dec 31, 2021, 13:31:37 IST

Play interrupted due to rain

It's rainining pretty hard out there. Umpires have called for the covers as players are making their way out.

Sri Lanka 74/7

Dec 31, 2021, 13:25:30 IST

DRINKS

Drinks are on the field and the Indian colts would be looking to clean up the tail as soon as possible. Ostwal has been brilliant so far and he can pick up a couple of more wickets too. It all started with Ravi Kumar and Raj Bawa putting pressure on the SL batters. Kaushal Tambe triggered the further collapse by picking up two wickets. Also, it's starting to get dark out there and the lights are on.

Sri Lanka 74/7

Dec 31, 2021, 13:18:54 IST

Sri Lanka 66/7 in 30 overs

Dec 31, 2021, 13:13:39 IST

FOUR!

Hangargekar dispatched for a boundary on the very first delivery of his over. De Silva with a cracking cover drive against a half-volley.

Sri Lanka 66/7

Dec 31, 2021, 13:02:55 IST

WICKET!

Ostwal picks up another wicket, trapping Somarathne for 7. Sri Lanka are in deep trouble. They might want to go back to the toss and change the decision of batting first on this wicket.

Sri Lanka 57/7

Dec 31, 2021, 12:59:51 IST

WICKET!

Wellalage frees his arms and tries to clear the field but hands it straight to Bawa in the mid-wicket region. Ostwal has picked up his second wicket, leaving Sri Lanka tottering at 57/6.

Dec 31, 2021, 12:55:01 IST

50 up for Sri Lanka

Spin continues for India with Ostwal, who has given away just three runs so far. Wellalage has joined Somarathne in the middle. Also, fifty up for Sri Lanka!

Sri Lanka 51/5

Dec 31, 2021, 12:50:00 IST

WICKET!

Another one bites the dust. Rajapaksa caught by Shaik Rasheed as Ostwal gets his name in the wicket-takers column. This could perhaps finish early if Sri Lanka continue to slump in this manner.

Sri Lanka 47/5

Dec 31, 2021, 12:41:31 IST

WICKET!

Pathiraja decided to leave that delivery but it slid in to disturb the woodwork. Things not going in Sri Lanka's favour at the moment. Tambe gets his second of the day.

Sri Lanka 39/4 after 20 overs

Dec 31, 2021, 12:35:59 IST

Sri Lanka U19 grapple with run-rate & conditions

Vicky Ostwal comes on with his left-arm spin. At the current rate that's less than 2, Sri Lanka would get to 93. The ball hasn't been coming to the bat and the wicket has some spongy bounce too.

Sri Lanka 35/3

Dec 31, 2021, 12:22:41 IST

WICKET!

Tambe into the attack and he delivers straightaway. He traps Bandara after being hit for a boundary. Sri Lanka lose their third wicket as Bandara departs for 9.

Sri Lanka 31-3

Dec 31, 2021, 12:18:48 IST

First boundary for Sri Lanka U19!

Short and wide from Bawa and it was asking to be punished. First boundary for Sri Lanka and it comes off Rajapaksa's willow.

Sri Lanka 27/2

Dec 31, 2021, 12:17:31 IST

Pacers push Sri Lanka U19 on the backfoot

Sri Lanka are struggling at the moment, with just eight runs coming in the last five overs. Up against a robust seam bowling attack, the Sri Lankan batters haven't managed to boost the run-rate, especially after suffering two early blows. 69 dot balls so far from the Indian bowlers!

Sri Lanka 22/2