BSS
  09 Nov 2024, 15:57

Young Tigers open U-19 Asia Cup facing off Afghans

DHAKA, Nov 9, 2024 (BSS)- The Men's Under-19 Asia Cup kicks off on November
29 with Bangladesh taking on Afghanistan in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates
(UAE).

The first day will also see Sri Lanka youngsters in action against Nepal at
the Sharjah Cricket Stadium.

The tournament which will be played in 50-over format will be hosted in two
cities--Dubai and Sharjah.

Bangladesh are drawn in Group B along with Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Nepal
while Group A consists of India, Pakistan, hosts UAE and Japan.

The team will meet each once in their group phase before two teams from each
group qualify for the semifinal.

Both of the semifinals will be held on December 6 in Dubai and Sharjah while
Dubai will host the final on December 8.