Key Takeaways
- The tournament began with two Group B fixtures played simultaneously at the Oman Cricket Academy complex in Al Amerat.
- Afghanistan won the toss and elected to bat against Bangladesh, while Sri Lanka chose to bowl first against Malaysia.
- Rahimi received the Player of the Match award in Afghanistan’s victory, while Kumarasinghe earned the award for Sri Lanka.
- While Afghanistan were rebuilding at Ministry Turf 1, Sri Lanka were making rapid progress at the neighboring ground.
AL AMERAT, Oman, November 5, 2026: Afghanistan and Sri Lanka began their ACC Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup campaigns with commanding victories on Thursday, sending an early warning to their Group B rivals. Afghanistan recovered from a top-order collapse to defeat Bangladesh by 113 runs at Ministry Turf 1, with Shah Faisal Rahimi scoring 83 from 97 balls before Bangladesh were dismissed for 118 in 25.5 overs while chasing 232. At the neighboring Ministry Turf 2, Sri Lanka routed Malaysia by nine wickets after Kaushika Kumarasinghe took 5/30 to dismiss the Malaysian teenagers for just 88. Rehan Peiris then struck an unbeaten 54 to complete the chase in only 13.5 overs.
The two results immediately reshaped Group B, although neither winner has secured semifinal qualification. Afghanistan’s victory was built on recovery, patience and a decisive bowling response after the team had slumped to 58/4. Sri Lanka’s was a display of bowling control followed by an aggressive, uncomplicated chase that ended with 217 deliveries remaining. Bangladesh must now recover before facing Sri Lanka on November 7, while Malaysia confront Afghanistan on the same day. With only three group matches available to each side, Thursday’s defeats have increased the pressure on both losing teams and made the November 9 Afghanistan-Sri Lanka meeting a potentially decisive contest.
U19 Asia Cup 2026 Results: Afghanistan and Sri Lanka Win Their Group B Openers
The tournament began with two Group B fixtures played simultaneously at the Oman Cricket Academy complex in Al Amerat.
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U19 Asia Cup 2026 Results: Afghanistan and Sri Lanka Win Their Group B Openers
The tournament began with two Group B fixtures played simultaneously at the Oman Cricket Academy complex in Al Amerat.
Afghanistan U19 Beat Bangladesh U19 by 113 Runs After Recovering From 58/4
Afghanistan’s innings could easily have ended with a much smaller total.
Tafiul Alam Tamim Takes Four Wickets, but Bangladesh Lose Their Advantage
Bangladesh’s bowlers had justified their early breakthroughs.
Bangladesh Collapse for 118 as Afghanistan Win by 113 Runs
Bangladesh required 232 to win, a target that demanded a scoring rate of 4.64 runs per over.
Sri Lanka U19 Crush Malaysia by Nine Wickets After Kumarasinghe Takes Five
While Afghanistan were rebuilding at Ministry Turf 1, Sri Lanka were making rapid progress at the neighboring ground.
Afghanistan won the toss and elected to bat against Bangladesh, while Sri Lanka chose to bowl first against Malaysia.
The decisions produced contrasting matches.
Afghanistan required significant middle-order rebuilding before their bowlers took control of Bangladesh’s chase. Sri Lanka, meanwhile, established an overwhelming advantage before their batters arrived at the crease.
| Match | First Innings | Second Innings | Result | Leading Performer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan U19 vs Bangladesh U19 | Afghanistan 231 all out (49 overs) | Bangladesh 118 all out (25.5 overs) | Afghanistan won by 113 runs | Shah Faisal Rahimi, 83 (97) |
| Malaysia U19 vs Sri Lanka U19 | Malaysia 88 all out (28.1 overs) | Sri Lanka 91/1 (13.5 overs) | Sri Lanka won by 9 wickets | Kaushika Kumarasinghe, 5/30 |
Rahimi received the Player of the Match award in Afghanistan’s victory, while Kumarasinghe earned the award for Sri Lanka.
Both matches followed the 50-over youth one-day format, making the winning margins particularly meaningful. Bangladesh were dismissed before the halfway point of their available innings, while Sri Lanka required fewer than 14 overs to reach their target.
Afghanistan U19 Beat Bangladesh U19 by 113 Runs After Recovering From 58/4
Afghanistan’s innings could easily have ended with a much smaller total.
The team lost Faridullah Ihsas for 15 at 19/1, Subhan Zakhail for four at 38/2 and two more wickets in quick succession to slide to 58/4 after 11.1 overs.
At that stage, Bangladesh had created an excellent opportunity to restrict Afghanistan to a modest total.
Instead, Shah Faisal Rahimi produced the innings that changed the match.
Rahimi made 83 from 97 balls, striking eight fours and one six. His innings required patience because Afghanistan had already lost four top-order batters with nearly 39 overs remaining.
Rather than attempting to recover the scoring rate through immediate boundary hitting, he rebuilt the innings and allowed Afghanistan to remain competitive.
Shah Faisal Rahimi’s 83 Changes the Direction of Afghanistan’s Innings
Rahimi received important support from Tahir Sarwary, who contributed 37 from 43 balls, including four fours and two sixes.
The pair added 59 runs for the fifth wicket, taking Afghanistan from 58/4 to 117/5.
That partnership was significant for two reasons.
First, it prevented Bangladesh from immediately exposing Afghanistan’s lower order.
Second, it kept enough overs available for the remaining batters to contribute after the partnership ended.
Afghanistan subsequently reached 159/6 before Amir Hamza joined Rahimi in another important phase of the innings.
Hamza contributed 16 from 14 balls, while Sami Mubarez remained unbeaten on ten.
Afghanistan were eventually dismissed for 231 in 49 overs.
Afghanistan’s Key Batting Contributions Against Bangladesh
| Batter | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shah Faisal Rahimi | 83 | 97 | 8 | 1 | 85.57 |
| Tahir Sarwary | 37 | 43 | 4 | 2 | 86.05 |
| Sohail Khan | 17 | 36 | 1 | 0 | 47.22 |
| Noman Salarzai | 16 | 18 | 3 | 0 | 88.89 |
| Amir Hamza | 16 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 114.29 |
| Abidullah Nadarjan | 15 | 28 | 2 | 0 | 53.57 |
| Faridullah Ihsas | 15 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 115.38 |
| Sami Mubarez | 10 not out | 25 | 0 | 0 | 40.00 |
Afghanistan scored 173 runs after their fourth wicket fell at 58.
That represents almost 75% of their eventual total, demonstrating how effectively the lower middle order rescued the innings.
Rahimi’s individual contribution accounted for approximately 35.9% of Afghanistan’s 231 runs.
His innings was not merely the largest score in the match. It was the performance that made a defendable total possible.
Recent youth cricket has produced several examples of individual batting performances rescuing difficult situations. The Sports Encounter’s report on Abdul Qadir’s 146 against England U19 examines another major contribution from a developing Asian batter.
Tafiul Alam Tamim Takes Four Wickets, but Bangladesh Lose Their Advantage
Bangladesh’s bowlers had justified their early breakthroughs.
Tafiul Alam Tamim finished with four wickets for 41 runs from ten overs, the best figures in Afghanistan’s innings.
He removed Subhan Zakhail, Abidullah Nadarjan, Rahimi and Noor Ali Niazi.
Robiul Hasan Anik took two wickets for 45, while Rubay Islam Rizon, Sheikh Atiqur Rahman and All Rafi claimed one each.
All Rafi conceded just 32 runs from his ten overs, giving Bangladesh an economical option during Afghanistan’s recovery.
However, Bangladesh could not turn the early collapse into a target below 200.
Bangladesh U19 Bowling Figures
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tafiul Alam Tamim | 10 | 41 | 4 | 4.10 |
| Robiul Hasan Anik | 9 | 45 | 2 | 5.00 |
| Rubay Islam Rizon | 9 | 49 | 1 | 5.44 |
| Sheikh Atiqur Rahman | 10 | 56 | 1 | 5.60 |
| All Rafi | 10 | 32 | 1 | 3.20 |
| SK Jarif Siyam | 1 | 8 | 0 | 8.00 |
Bangladesh’s bowling figures also reveal an interesting distinction between wicket-taking and run control.
Tamim delivered the principal breakthroughs, while All Rafi was the most economical of the bowlers completing ten overs.
But Afghanistan’s middle-order recovery reduced the value of Bangladesh’s early wickets.
The result demonstrated why taking four wickets inside the first 12 overs does not guarantee a low total in youth one-day cricket.
Bangladesh Collapse for 118 as Afghanistan Win by 113 Runs
Bangladesh required 232 to win, a target that demanded a scoring rate of 4.64 runs per over.
That rate was manageable in principle, provided the team could preserve wickets through the opening 20 overs.
Instead, Afghanistan repeatedly disrupted the chase.
Bangladesh were dismissed for 118 in 25.5 overs, losing by 113 runs.
SK Jarif Siyam top-scored with 41 from 58 balls, but his innings could not prevent a substantial defeat.
Sami Mubarez delivered the most damaging bowling figures, taking three wickets for just 11 runs in 2.5 overs.
Afghanistan’s attack maintained enough pressure to ensure Bangladesh never developed the sustained partnership required to challenge the target.
Afghanistan vs Bangladesh: The Decisive Statistical Comparison
| Measure | Afghanistan U19 | Bangladesh U19 |
|---|---|---|
| Total | 231 all out | 118 all out |
| Overs used | 49.0 | 25.5 |
| Leading batter | Shah Faisal Rahimi | SK Jarif Siyam |
| Leading batter’s score | 83 (97) | 41 (58) |
| Best bowling performance | Sami Mubarez, 3/11 | Tafiul Alam Tamim, 4/41 |
| Run rate | 4.71 | Approximately 4.57 |
| Result | 113-run victory | Defeat |
The margin is striking because Afghanistan did not begin with a dominant batting display.
They were 58/4, recovered through Rahimi, and then used the scoreboard pressure of 231 to force Bangladesh into a chase that ended before the 26th over was completed.
Bangladesh’s next game against Sri Lanka will test whether the team can correct its batting problems quickly.
For Afghanistan, the challenge is to avoid another top-order collapse against Malaysia.
The competitive development of Asian youth teams has featured prominently in The Sports Encounter’s reporting, including Pakistan U19’s 177-run victory over England and their subsequent 200-run series-clinching performance.
Sri Lanka U19 Crush Malaysia by Nine Wickets After Kumarasinghe Takes Five
While Afghanistan were rebuilding at Ministry Turf 1, Sri Lanka were making rapid progress at the neighboring ground.
Sri Lanka won the toss and sent Malaysia in to bat.
The decision initially required patience because Syamil Aqil provided resistance near the top of the order.
Malaysia reached 69/1 before their innings collapsed.
Kaushika Kumarasinghe became the decisive bowler, claiming five wickets for 30 runs from six overs.
Vigneshwaran Akash took three wickets for seven runs from 4.1 overs, while Chaniru Senarathne contributed one wicket for three runs.
Malaysia were dismissed for just 88 after 28.1 overs.
Kaushika Kumarasinghe’s Five-Wicket Haul Breaks Malaysia’s Resistance
Kumarasinghe’s spell transformed an innings that had briefly shown signs of stability.
After Malaysia reached 69/1, wickets fell at 70, 76 and 80 as the batting order struggled to handle Sri Lanka’s attack.
The Malaysian innings went from 69/1 to 88 all out, losing its final nine wickets for just 19 runs.
That collapse is the most important statistical explanation for Sri Lanka’s victory.
The first part of Malaysia’s innings suggested that the team might be able to produce a more competitive total.
But once Syamil Aqil was dismissed, there was little resistance from the remaining batters.
Sri Lanka U19 Bowling Figures Against Malaysia
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaushika Kumarasinghe | 6 | 30 | 5 | 5.00 |
| Vigneshwaran Akash | 4.1 | 7 | 3 | 1.68 |
| Chaniru Senarathne | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1.00 |
| Sethmika Seneviratne | 6 | 14 | 0 | 2.33 |
| Lathendra Akash | 5 | 26 | 0 | 5.20 |
| Viran Chamuditha | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1.25 |
The wicket distribution also highlights how effectively Sri Lanka shared the responsibilities of their attack.
Kumarasinghe supplied the main breakthroughs. Vigneshwaran Akash and Senarathne maintained severe scoring pressure while completing the innings.
Across their combined 7.1 overs, Akash and Senarathne conceded just ten runs and claimed four wickets.
That contribution matters because Kumarasinghe’s five-wicket haul was supported by disciplined bowling at the other end.
Sri Lanka’s player-development pathway has produced several encouraging performances in recent months. The Sports Encounter covered Pakistan U17’s series victory against Sri Lanka’s young cricketers, illustrating the competitive opportunities available to the next generation in South Asia.
Syamil Aqil Scores 51, but Malaysia’s Other Batters Cannot Support Him
Syamil Aqil was Malaysia’s outstanding individual performer.
He made 51 from 50 balls, hitting seven fours and two sixes at a strike rate of 102.
His scoring rate contrasted sharply with the contributions from the rest of the batting order.
Firash Taqiuddin made six from 26 balls, while Asyraf Mikail scored four from 30.
Syamil also dominated a 52-run second-wicket partnership with Firash.
But once the partnership ended, Sri Lanka quickly removed the remaining batters.
Malaysia U19’s Batting Collapse
| Batting Measure | Figure | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| Team total | 88 | All out in 28.1 overs |
| Syamil Aqil | 51 (50) | Only half-century |
| Syamil’s share of total | 58.0% | 51 divided by 88 |
| Second-wicket partnership | 52 runs | Main period of resistance |
| Position before collapse | 69/1 | Only one wicket down |
| Final nine wickets | 19 runs | From 69/1 to 88 all out |
| Runs from other batters and extras | 37 | Total excluding Syamil’s 51 |
Syamil’s innings represented approximately 58% of Malaysia’s total.
That is a remarkable individual share, but it also exposes the absence of support from the rest of the batting lineup.
The figures do not suggest that Malaysia were unable to score against every Sri Lankan bowler. Instead, they show that the team depended heavily on one batter, and the innings deteriorated rapidly after the key partnership ended.
Malaysia must address that imbalance before facing Afghanistan, whose bowling attack has already dismissed Bangladesh for 118.
Rehan Peiris Hits Unbeaten 54 as Sri Lanka Chase 89 in 13.5 Overs
Sri Lanka’s chase began with an early setback.
Viran Chamuditha was dismissed without scoring, leaving the team 0/1.
But that was Malaysia’s only breakthrough.
Rehan Peiris and Senuja Wekunagoda combined to take Sri Lanka to 91/1 after 13.5 overs.
Peiris finished unbeaten on 54 from 45 balls, hitting seven fours and one six.
Wekunagoda contributed 30 not out from 35 deliveries, providing the stability needed to complete the pursuit.
Sri Lanka’s Successful Chase: Scorecard Summary
| Batter | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viran Chamuditha | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Rehan Peiris | 54 not out | 45 | 7 | 1 | 120.00 |
| Senuja Wekunagoda | 30 not out | 35 | 4 | 0 | 85.71 |
| Extras | 7 | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Total | 91/1 | 83 legal deliveries | Sri Lanka won by nine wickets | ||
Peiris and Wekunagoda added 91 runs together after the opening wicket fell without a run on the board.
Sri Lanka reached the target with 217 balls remaining, equivalent to 36 overs and one delivery.
That unusually early finish could have a significant effect on net run rate if Group B becomes closely contested.
But the win is worth two points, just like Afghanistan’s 113-run victory. The margin does not provide additional match points.
What Do the Two Results Mean for the Group B Standings?
Afghanistan and Sri Lanka have each opened their campaign with two points.
Bangladesh and Malaysia are without points after one defeat apiece.
However, group positions after only one round should be treated cautiously because each team still has two matches remaining.
Sri Lanka’s nine-wicket win, completed in fewer than 14 overs, gives the team a particularly strong early net run rate.
Afghanistan’s comprehensive victory over Bangladesh also establishes a valuable foundation.
U19 Asia Cup Group B: Opening-Round Position
| Team | Played | Won | Lost | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka U19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Afghanistan U19 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Bangladesh U19 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Malaysia U19 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
The table lists teams by wins and points, with Sri Lanka placed ahead of Afghanistan on the strength of its commanding chase. Final official net run rate should be used to resolve any ranking ties.
The most important consequence is that Bangladesh and Malaysia now face much narrower routes to the semifinals.
A second defeat would leave either team dependent on other results and potentially net run rate.
Afghanistan and Sri Lanka, meanwhile, can strengthen their positions considerably with another victory.
U19 Asia Cup Group B Qualification Scenarios: Who Can Reach the Semifinals?
The four teams meet each other once during the group stage.
Each side therefore plays three matches, with two points awarded for a victory.
The top two teams qualify for the semifinals.
That structure makes the next round particularly important.
| Upcoming Match | Date | Consequence |
|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan U19 vs Malaysia U19 | November 7 | Afghanistan can reach four points; Malaysia need recovery |
| Bangladesh U19 vs Sri Lanka U19 | November 7 | Sri Lanka can reach four points; Bangladesh seek first win |
| Bangladesh U19 vs Malaysia U19 | November 9 | Could determine which losing team remains competitive |
| Afghanistan U19 vs Sri Lanka U19 | November 9 | Potential group leadership and qualification implications |
If Afghanistan defeat Malaysia and Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh, both winners will reach four points.
That would put them in a strong position, although qualification should not be declared solely from the points total without accounting for every remaining fixture and possible tie.
If Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka, however, the group will become much more competitive.
Similarly, a Malaysian victory over Afghanistan would prevent the opening-day winners from establishing a clear advantage.
The November 9 Afghanistan-Sri Lanka match could therefore determine first place, second place or the need for a net-run-rate calculation, depending on the November 7 results.
These are conditional scenarios, not confirmed semifinal pairings.
Why Afghanistan and Sri Lanka’s Wins Reveal Different Strengths
The two opening victories share an important feature: both winners controlled the second innings.
But their paths to that position were quite different.
Afghanistan’s batting recovery demonstrated resilience after four early wickets. Sri Lanka’s bowling performance showed an ability to finish an opponent’s innings rapidly after breaking a key partnership.
Afghanistan then used wickets to defend 231, while Sri Lanka relied on a stable second-wicket partnership to chase 89.
Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka: Opening-Day Performance Comparison
| Category | Afghanistan U19 | Sri Lanka U19 |
|---|---|---|
| Result | 113-run win | Nine-wicket win |
| Winning approach | Bat first, defend total | Bowl first, chase target |
| Key batting performance | Rahimi 83 (97) | Peiris 54* (45) |
| Key bowling performance | Mubarez 3/11 | Kumarasinghe 5/30 |
| Main challenge overcome | 58/4 early in innings | Malaysia’s 52-run partnership |
| Opposition total | Bangladesh 118 | Malaysia 88 |
| Next opponent | Malaysia | Bangladesh |
Afghanistan’s main concern is top-order stability.
Sri Lanka’s batting lineup was not fully tested because the target was so small.
Both teams therefore have reasons to be encouraged without assuming their opening wins settle the competition.
For youth teams, consistent performance across different conditions is a critical part of development.
The Sports Encounter has covered the same challenge in India U19’s competitive opening youth ODI against Australia, where execution under pressure played a central role.
Pakistan and India Open Their U19 Asia Cup Campaigns on November 6
While Group B began on Thursday, the two leading South Asian rivals in Group A will start their tournaments on Friday.
Pakistan U19 face the United Arab Emirates, while India U19 meet Nepal.
India and Pakistan are then scheduled to face each other on November 8.
The group also includes UAE and Nepal, meaning neither major team can focus exclusively on their head-to-head meeting.
Pakistan’s youth cricket program enters the competition after several encouraging results against England earlier in the year.
Those included an impressive 200-run win to seal the youth ODI series, along with individual batting and bowling performances that highlighted the depth of the squad.
The Sports Encounter also documented England U19’s narrow two-run victory over Pakistan, a reminder that results at this level can turn on a handful of deliveries.
Beyond match performance, youth teams must also navigate international travel and competition demands, as illustrated by the Pakistan U19 squad’s unusual security disruption in Portsmouth.
The tournament is part of the broader development pathway from youth cricket toward senior international selection.
For more coverage of emerging players, visit The Sports Encounter’s Cricket Hub and our profile of young English cricketer Rocky Flintoff.
What Should Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Malaysia Improve Next?
Afghanistan should concentrate on avoiding another early collapse.
Rahimi’s innings rescued a difficult situation, but repeating that type of recovery against stronger bowling attacks is not a reliable tournament strategy.
Sri Lanka will hope to reproduce the control shown by their bowlers, particularly the combination of Kumarasinghe and Vigneshwaran Akash.
The team’s batting depth remains relatively untested after a nine-wicket victory.
Bangladesh need a more substantial opening partnership and greater resilience through the middle overs.
Dismissal for 118 while chasing 232 creates immediate concerns about shot selection, strike rotation and responding to pressure.
Malaysia’s greatest challenge is distributing batting responsibility more evenly.
Syamil Aqil made more than half the team’s runs, while the final nine wickets fell for just 19.
Each team has two group matches remaining, providing opportunities to correct those weaknesses before the knockout stage.
Afghanistan and Sri Lanka Make the First Big Statements of the U19 Asia Cup
Thursday’s opening matches provided two convincing victories with very different stories.
Afghanistan showed determination after losing four wickets for 58 runs. Rahimi’s 83 gave the innings substance before the bowlers dismissed Bangladesh for 118.
Sri Lanka relied on devastating bowling to remove Malaysia for 88, then completed a routine chase through Peiris and Wekunagoda.
Kumarasinghe’s five-wicket haul was the day’s standout bowling performance, while Rahimi produced the innings that changed the course of a match.
Both teams have taken the first step toward the semifinals, but neither can afford to become complacent.
Bangladesh and Malaysia have immediate opportunities to respond on November 7.
And if Afghanistan and Sri Lanka continue winning, their November 9 meeting could become the defining Group B contest.
For now, two opening matches have established a clear message: Afghanistan possess the resilience to recover from difficult batting positions, and Sri Lanka have an attack capable of dismantling opponents rapidly.
U19 Asia Cup 2026 Results: Frequently Asked Questions
Who won Afghanistan U19 vs Bangladesh U19 on November 5?
Afghanistan defeated Bangladesh by 113 runs after scoring 231 all out and dismissing Bangladesh for 118.
Who won Sri Lanka U19 vs Malaysia U19?
Sri Lanka won by nine wickets, chasing Malaysia’s total of 88 in 13.5 overs.
Who scored the most runs for Afghanistan against Bangladesh?
Shah Faisal Rahimi scored 83 from 97 balls, including eight fours and one six.
Who took the most wickets for Bangladesh?
Tafiul Alam Tamim claimed four wickets for 41 runs in ten overs.
Who was Afghanistan’s leading bowler against Bangladesh?
Sami Mubarez took three wickets for 11 runs in 2.5 overs.
Who took five wickets for Sri Lanka against Malaysia?
Kaushika Kumarasinghe claimed five wickets for 30 runs from six overs.
How many runs did Syamil Aqil score for Malaysia?
Syamil scored 51 from 50 balls, including seven fours and two sixes.
Who top-scored in Sri Lanka’s successful chase?
Rehan Peiris finished unbeaten on 54 from 45 balls, supported by Senuja Wekunagoda’s 30 not out.
How quickly did Sri Lanka chase Malaysia’s target?
Sri Lanka reached 91/1 in 13.5 overs, winning with 217 balls remaining.
Who do Afghanistan and Sri Lanka play next?
Afghanistan face Malaysia on November 7, while Sri Lanka meet Bangladesh on the same day.
When will Afghanistan play Sri Lanka in the U19 Asia Cup?
The Group B fixture is scheduled for November 9, 2026, at Al Amerat in Oman.
When do Pakistan and India begin their U19 Asia Cup campaigns?
Both begin on November 6. Pakistan face the United Arab Emirates, while India play Nepal. Their head-to-head match is scheduled for November 8.
For the original match statistics, consult the Afghanistan-Bangladesh full scorecard and the Sri Lanka-Malaysia full scorecard. Tournament fixtures and competition information are also available through the Asian Cricket Council match center.
