Pakistan U19 vs Bangladesh U19: The stage is set for an exciting clash as Pakistan U19 takes on Bangladesh U19 in the first semifinal of the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2024. The match, is scheduled for Friday, December 6, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Pakistan enters the semifinal with an unbeaten record in the group stages, led by the scintillating form of Shahzaib Khan, while Bangladesh aims to bounce back after a narrow defeat to Sri Lanka. With a spot in the final up for grabs, both teams will leave no stone unturned in their bid for glory.

| Category | Matches Played | Pakistan Wins | Bangladesh Wins | Draw/Tie | Total (All Matches) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACC U19 Asia Cup | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| ICC U19 World Cup | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Bilateral/Triangular Series | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Total (All Formats) | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 9 |
In their previous meetings, Pakistan U19 has had the upper hand, winning notable encounters, including a thrilling 5-run victory during the ICC U19 World Cup 2022. The teams also faced each other in the 2020 World Cup, where the match ended with no result. Their most recent encounter in the Youth T20I series in May 2023 saw Pakistan U19 claiming a 4-wicket victory in Rajshahi.
However, Bangladesh U19 has proven to be a formidable opponent in the past as well. In the 2018 U19 Asia Cup, Bangladesh defeated Pakistan by 3 wickets, a close match that went down to the wire. These results highlight a balanced rivalry, where both sides have shown their mettle at crucial moments.
Here’s a table summarizing the head-to-head record between Pakistan U19 and Bangladesh U19 Head-to-Head Result:
| Date | Tournament | Match Result | Margin/Details | Ground |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Oct 2018 | U19 Asia Cup | Bangladesh U19 won | 3 wickets (with 16 balls remaining) | Dubai International Cricket Stadium |
| 24 Jan 2020 | ICC U19 World Cup | No Result | - | - |
| 31 Jan 2022 | ICC U19 World Cup | Pakistan U19 won | 6 wickets (with 21 balls remaining) | Abu Dhabi Cricket Stadium |
| 3 Feb 2022 | ICC U19 World Cup | Pakistan U19 won | 5 runs | Abu Dhabi Cricket Stadium |
| 17 May 2023 | Youth T20I Series | Pakistan U19 won | 4 wickets (with 5 balls remaining) | Rajshahi |
| 16 Nov 2022 | Youth T20I Series | Bangladesh U19 won | 5 wickets (with 3 balls remaining) | Multan |
| 18 Nov 2022 | Youth T20I Series | Pakistan U19 won | 7 wickets (with 10 balls remaining) | Multan |
Pakistan U19 enters the semifinal of the 2024 Under-19 Asia Cup with a perfect record in the group stages, topping Group A with three wins. Their star opener, Shahzaib Khan, has been exceptional, scoring two centuries and leading the run charts with 336 runs. The team has shown depth, with Muhammad Riazullah contributing with the bat and Abdul Subhan alongside Mohammad Huzaifa leading the bowling attack.
Bangladesh U19, finishing second in Group B, has shown resilience, winning two out of three matches. Their key player, Al Fahad, has taken nine wickets, while Azizul Hakim and Kalam Siddiki have been the top run-scorers.
Saad Baig (c/wk), Mohammad Ahmed, Haroon Arshad, Tayyab Arif, Mohammad Huzefa, Naveed Ahmed Khan, Hassan Khan, Shahzaib Khan, Usman Khan, Faham-ul-Haq, Ali Raza, Mohammad Riazullah, Abdul Subhan, Farhan Yousuf, Umar Zaib./h4>
Al Fahad, Ashrafuzzaman Barenava, Azizul Hakim Tamim (c), Debasish Sarkar Deba, Farid Hasan Faysal, Iabal Hasan Emon, Maruf Maidha, Rafi Uzzaman Rafi, Rifat Beg, Rizan Hossan, Saad Islam Razin, Samiun Basir Ratul, Shihab James, Zawad Abrar (vc)