India A vs Pakistan A - ACC Men's Emerging Teams Asia Cup Final Preview

 The stage is set for a thrilling encounter as India A and Pakistan A, two cricketing powerhouses, clash in the final of the ACC Men's Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2023. The match promises to be a high-intensity battle between two arch-rivals, and cricket fans are eagerly anticipating this exciting contest. 

The final will take place at the iconic R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on Sunday, July 23, 2023, with the action starting at 2:00 PM IST

Road to the Final:

Both India A and Pakistan A have shown remarkable form throughout the tournament, and their journey to the final has been impressive. India A demonstrated their mettle with convincing wins against UAE, Nepal, and Bangladesh A in the semi-final. Meanwhile, Pakistan A displayed their dominance by defeating Nepal and UAE en route to securing a place in the ultimate showdown.

Probable Playing IX

India A:

• Sai Sudharsan

• Abhishek Sharma

• Nikin Jose

• Yash Dhull (c)

• Nishant Sindhu

• Riyan Parag

• Dhruv Jurel (wk)

• Harshit Rana

• Manav Suthar

• Rajvardhan Hangargekar

• Yuvrajsinh Dodiya

Pakistan A:

• Saim Ayub

• Sahibzada Farhan

• Omair Yousuf

• Tayyab Tahir

• Qasim Akram

• Mohammad Haris (c)†

• Mubasir Khan

• Amad Butt

• Mohammad Wasim

• Sufiyan Muqeem

• Arshad Iqbal



Key Players to Watch:

India A:

• Sai Sudharsan: The opening batsman has been in sensational form throughout the tournament, and his explosive batting at the top will be crucial for India A.

• Yash Dhull: The captain has been leading from the front, both with the bat and on the field. His tactical acumen and leadership will play a significant role in India A's fortunes.

Pakistan A:

• Mohammad Wasim: The experienced all-rounder has been in top-notch form with both bat and ball. His ability to contribute in all departments makes him a vital player for Pakistan A.

•Omair Yousuf: Omair Yousuf's brilliant knock of 88 runs in just 79 balls in the semi-final against Sri Lanka A showcased his ability to score quickly and anchor the innings. He will be a key player for Pakistan A in the final

Head-to-Head: (1 -0)

Ind A beat Pak A in this tournament a
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India A and Pakistan A have a storied rivalry in cricket, and the Emerging Teams Asia Cup final will add another chapter to their contest. Both teams possess talented young players hungry for success, and this final will be an opportunity for them to make a name for themselves on the international stage.

Captain Dull :

Yash Dhull's calm and composed captaincy, along with effective bowling changes, boosted young players' confidence, and his own leading performances, played a key role in India A's victory over Pakistan A. Positive team environment, reading match situations, and clear communication were also crucial in the win

Final Thoughts:

The ACC Men's Emerging Teams Asia Cup 2023 final promises to be an electrifying encounter, with India A and Pakistan A vying for the prestigious title. The clash of talent and cricketing passion between these two teams is sure to captivate fans from both nations and around the world. As the young guns take center stage, the stage is set for a nail-biting finale, where only one team will emerge victorious and lift the coveted trophy. Let the cricketing battle begin!