ACC Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup 2024: Young Cricket Stars Gear Up for Action
New Delhi [India], November 28 : The ACC Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup 2024 is set to kick off on November 29 in the United Arab Emirates, with matches hosted in Dubai and Sharjah. This highly anticipated tournament, organized by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), is a premier platform for emerging cricketing talent from across Asia.
India, with a remarkable record of eight titles in ten editions, is the most successful team in the tournament’s history. Known for their strong pool of young talent, India heads into the competition as favorites, followed by Pakistan, another dominant force in youth cricket. The much-awaited clash between India and Pakistan on November 30 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium is expected to be a highlight of the event.
The Indian team, led by Uttar Pradesh’s Mohammed Amaan, features several promising players. Among them is 13-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, recently selected by Rajasthan Royals for the IPL, and 17-year-old Ayush Mhatre, a standout performer in Mumbai’s domestic cricket circuit. Other key players include Tamil Nadu’s C. Andre Siddarth, Kerala’s leg-spinner Mohammed Enaan, and Karnataka’s Hardik Raj and Samarth Nagaraj.
Bangladesh, the defending champions, come into the tournament with momentum, having won the 2023 title with a resounding 195-run victory over the UAE. Sri Lanka, another formidable contender, adds to the competitive field, which also includes teams from Afghanistan, Nepal, Japan, and the UAE.
Sony Sports Network will broadcast the event for the first time, marking a milestone in ACC’s coverage. Rajesh Kaul, Chief Revenue Officer at Sony Pictures Networks India, stated, “We are committed to delivering exceptional coverage of the ACC Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup 2024, highlighting the promising young talent from across Asia, especially Team India.”
With fierce rivalries, exciting young talents, and a platform for future cricket stars, the ACC Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup 2024 promises an exhilarating three days of cricket action.
