The stage is set for an exciting clash in the Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025 as the young talents of India A and Bangladesh A lock horns in the first semifinal. The match will be played on Friday at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium in Doha, with the winner securing a spot in the tournament final.
Match Details and Tournament Journey
The high-stakes encounter is scheduled for November 21 and will begin at 3 PM IST. The Indian team, led by a blistering 32-ball hundred from Vaibhav Suryavanshi against the UAE, started as tournament favorites. They secured their semifinal berth with two wins in three matches, including a crucial victory over Oman after a setback against Pakistan A.
Bangladesh A, on the other hand, dominated their initial matches with convincing eight-wicket wins against Hong Kong and Afghanistan, topping Group A. Their momentum was slightly checked by a loss to Sri Lanka A in their final league game, setting up a compelling contest against their neighbors.
How to Watch: Live Telecast and Streaming
For fans in India, the Sony Sports Network holds the official broadcasting rights for the Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025. The IND A vs BAN A semifinal will be live telecast on multiple channels including Sony Sports 1, Sony Sports 3 for Hindi commentary, and Sony Sports 4 for Tamil and Telugu audiences.
Viewers preferring to stream the action online can tune into the SONY LIV app and website for the live stream, starting from the match commencement at 3 PM IST.
Predicted Playing Elevens
Both teams are expected to field strong line-ups for this crucial knockout match. The predicted XI for Bangladesh A features players like Habibur Rahman Sohan, Jishan Alam, and captain Akbar Ali.
India A's likely team includes the explosive Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who announced his arrival with a spectacular century, alongside Priyansh Arya, Naman Dhir, and captain Jitesh Sharma. The other semifinal of the day will see Pakistan A face Sri Lanka A, promising a day packed with exciting emerging cricket talent.
