India U19 and Pakistan U19 face off in the U19 Asia Cup 2025 Final today at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai, a clash packed with rivalry and young talent ready to shine. This match carries massive stakes as both sides chase continental glory after strong tournament runs.
The final is part of the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2025, set for Sunday, December 21, 2025, starting at 10:30 AM IST (toss at 10:00 AM IST). The venue, ICC Academy Ground in Dubai, has hosted key games this tournament.
Expect a batting-friendly pitch at ICC Academy Ground that offers true bounce early but assists spinners later, with teams often preferring to chase—20 of 38 matches here went to the side bowling first. Weather looks clear with temperatures around 29°C, 48% humidity, light winds at 8.3 km/h, and no rain risk despite a regional orange alert.
This final revives the fiercest U19 rivalry, with India holding a psychological edge from their dominant 90-run group-stage win over Pakistan (India 240, Pakistan 150 all out). Both teams earned spots through semi-final triumphs—India chased down a rain-hit target against Sri Lanka thanks to Aaron George (58*) and Vihaan Malhotra (61*), while Pakistan bowled Bangladesh out for 121 before cruising home. Victory means lifting the Asia Cup trophy and boosting prospects for future senior squads.
India enters unbeaten in the league (3-0, +4.260 NRR), smashing 433/6 against UAE and 400+ twice, fueled by explosive batting and tight bowling. Pakistan sits at 2-1 (+1.847 NRR), rebounding from the India loss with a semi-final rout of Bangladesh. Recent momentum favors India slightly, but Pakistan’s resilience in knockouts keeps it tight.
Head-to-Head Record
India and Pakistan U19 have clashed frequently in youth cricket, though exact totals vary by format—India leads overall historically in Asia Cups and World Cups. In this tournament, India won their lone meeting by 90 runs. Last five youth ODI meetings (approximate from records): India 3 wins, 2 draws/no results, Pakistan 0 (recent India dominance includes 2018 WC semi and group clash here).
U19 Asia Cup 2025 Match Details
- Match: PAK U19 vs IND U19 Final
- Time: 10:00 AM IST
- Venue: Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- Live Broadcast: Sony Sports Network PTV Sports
U19 Asia Cup 2025 Live Streaming Info:
ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2025 live streaming varies by region, with Sony LIV as the primary platform in India and select areas.
This 50-over event spans 10 days in Dubai, UAE, with group stages from December 12-17, semifinals on December 19, and the final on December 21. Matches begin at 10:30 AM IST daily.
- India: Sony Sports Network (TV), Sony LIV (streaming).
- Pakistan: PTV Sports HD (TV), Tapmad, Myco (streaming).
- Bangladesh: Gazi TV, T-Sports, Nagorik TV (TV), Toffee, Tapmad, Rabbithole (streaming).
- Sri Lanka: Sirasa TV, TV-1, SLRC (TV), Dialog ViU (streaming).
- UAE/MENA: CricLife (TV), CricLife Max, StarzPlay, eLife TV (streaming).
- UK: TNT Sports 1 (TV), Discovery+, TNT Sports App (streaming).
- USA: Willow TV (TV/streaming).
- Australia/New Zealand: Yupp TV (streaming), Fox (Australia TV).
- South Africa/Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSport (TV/streaming).
- Nepal/Afghanistan: Sony Sports/Sony LIV.
Global Access
Sony LIV covers much of Asia, Caribbean, and Europe via Yupp TV where no local broadcast exists. Check local geo-restrictions and subscriptions for full access.
How to Watch the Match for Free:
Check the Tamasha app for free streaming (ad-supported) No universal free platform covers all matches globally without geo-restrictions
Tamasha: Visit their website or app to find the live streams available for ACC U19 matches.
Live Streaming Info:
Sony Sports will be live: PAK U19 vs IND U19
Live Score Info:
Cricket lovers can watch the IND U19 vs PAK U19 Final Match live score from this website: www.espncricinfo.com & Cricbuzz
PAK U19 vs IND U19
Probable Playing XI
India Probable XI: Ayush Mhatre (c), Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Aaron George, Vihaan Malhotra, Abhigyan Kundu (wk), Kanishk Chouhan, Vedant Trivedi, Deepesh Devendran, Kishan Kumar Singh, Yuvraj Gohil, Khilan Patel.
Pakistan Probable XI: Farhan Yousaf (c), Usman Khan, Sameer Minhas, Ahmed Hussain, Hamza Zahoor (wk), Huzaifa Ahsan, Daniyal Ali Khan, Abdul Subhan, Mohammad Sayyam, Ali Raza, Niqab Shafiq.
India U19 Analysis
India’s strength lies in explosive top-order batting and versatile all-rounders, with weaknesses exposed only in early collapses quickly recovered. Key performers include Vaibhav Suryavanshi (171 off 95 vs UAE), Ayush Mhatre (captain, consistent points haul), Aaron George (three 50s, 85 vs Pak), Vihaan Malhotra (unbeaten 61 semi), Kanishk Chouhan (3/33 vs Pak, handy runs), and Deepesh Devendran (11 wickets, 5-haul vs Malaysia).
Pakistan U19 Analysis
Pakistan excels in pace bowling and middle-order firepower but struggled against India’s attack earlier, revealing top-order fragility. Standouts are Sameer Minhas (177* vs Malaysia, 50 vs Bangladesh), Usman Khan (vice-captain, prolific domestically), Farhan Yousaf (captain), Abdul Subhan (key pacer), Mohammad Sayyam, Ali Raza, and keeper Hamza Zahoor.
Key Talking Points
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Can Pakistan avenge their 90-run group loss and exploit any Indian top-order wobble?
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India’s batting depth (400+ scores) vs Pakistan’s pace spearhead.
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Star all-rounders Chouhan and Minhas likely to decide the middle overs.
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Batting-friendly pitch suiting India’s aggressors, but chase history favors the toss winner.
Prediction
India holds the edge with superior form, deeper batting, and that crucial league win over Pakistan, plus bowling led by Devendran and Chouhan suited to Dubai conditions—expect them to win by 30-50 runs if batting first, or chase comfortably.