The umpires were set to inspect the pitch at 12:30 PM IST, but fresh rain in Dubai has once again delayed the start of the match.
India vs Sri Lanka U19 Live Score, Semi-Final: Pitch Inspection Delayed Due to Rain
Unbeaten India will take on Sri Lanka in the first semi-final of the Under-19 Asia Cup 2025 at the ICC Academy Ground. Led by Ayush Mhatre, India qualified for the knockouts after finishing on top of Group A with six points from three matches.
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India began their campaign in stunning fashion with a massive 234-run victory over the United Arab Emirates. The young Indian side then continued their dominant run by defeating Pakistan by 90 runs, showing both batting depth and bowling strength. In their final group match, India produced an even more emphatic performance, thrashing Malaysia by a huge margin of 315 runs to seal the top spot convincingly.
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IND U19 vs SL U19: Sri Lanka’s mixed group stage
Sri Lanka reached the semi-finals after a mixed run in the group stage. They started strongly with back-to-back wins against Nepal and Afghanistan, displaying solid all-round performances. However, their momentum was checked in the final group match, where they suffered a defeat against Bangladesh.
IND U19 vs SL U19: High stakes clash
With India entering the semi-final unbeaten and full of confidence, and Sri Lanka looking to bounce back from a setback, the contest promises to be a high-stakes battle. Both teams will be eager to secure a place in the Asia Cup final and continue their quest for the title.
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India vs Sri Lanka U19 Asia Cup Live: Who will play the finals if this match is washed out
If the semi-final is washed out, India will progress to the final after finishing top of Group A, while Sri Lanka placed second in Group B.
India vs Sri Lanka U19 Asia Cup 2025 Semi-Final Live: Cut-off Timings of the match
The cut-off time for the match to begin is 2:02 PM IST, as at least 20 overs per side are required even in a shortened game. Rain has stopped in Dubai, and officials are inspecting the ground conditions. If the match is abandoned India will be through to the finals.
India vs Sri Lanka U19 Asia Cup Live: What Happens if Semi-Final is Abandoned?
If the India vs Sri Lanka U19 semi-final is abandoned due to rain or other reasons, India will advance to the final as they finished at the top of Group A, while Sri Lanka was second in Group B. Similarly, in the second semi-final between Pakistan and Bangladesh, if the match cannot be played, Bangladesh will move to the final for topping Group B, with Pakistan finishing second in Group A. This rule ensures that teams with better group-stage performance progress to the final in case of washed-out matches.
IND U19 vs SL U19 Live Score: Toss Postponed Due to Wet Outfield
Rain has cleared in Dubai, but the toss for the U19 Asia Cup match is delayed because of a wet outfield. Officials have not yet confirmed when the toss will take place.
IND U19 vs SL U19, Live Score: Sri Lanka Full Squad
Sri Lanka U19 Squad: Dimantha Mahavithana, Viran Chamuditha, Kithma Withanapathirana, Kavija Gamage, Vimath Dinsara(c), Chamika Heenatigala, Dulnith Sigera, Aadham Hilmy(w), Sethmika Seneviratne, Rasith Nimsara, Tharusha Navodya, Mathulan Kugathas, Vigneshwaran Akash, Tharusha Nethsara, Sanuja Ninduwara
IND U19 vs SL U19 Live Updates: India Full Squad
India U19 Squad: Ayush Mhatre(c), Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Vihaan Malhotra, Vedant Trivedi, Abhigyan Kundu(w), Harvansh Pangalia, Kanishk Chouhan, Khilan Patel, Deepesh Devendran, Udhav Mohan, Kishan Kumar Singh, Naman Pushpak, Henil Patel, Aaron George, Yuvraj Gohil
IND U19 vs SL U19, Live Score: Toss Delayed
The toss for the India vs Sri Lanka Under-19 Asia Cup match has been delayed due to rain. Persistent showers have forced officials to wait, extending fans’ anticipation.
