The Under-19 World Cup, originally scheduled to take place in Sri Lanka early next year (2024), has undergone a change in venue. The International Cricket Council (ICC) was compelled to relocate the tournament from Sri Lanka, with the new destination being South Africa. This decision was reached during an emergency board meeting convened by the ICC on Tuesday. The Youth World Cup is now slated to occur from January 13 to February 4.
The youth team of Bangladesh faced their fifth consecutive defeat during their visit to India for a four-team one-day tournament in preparation for the Asia Cup.
The upcoming Under-19 Asia Cup, scheduled to take place in the United Arab Emirates on December 8, has prompted the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) to reveal its 15-member squad. In a notable decision, Mahfuzur Rahman Rabi has been appointed as captain, stepping into the role in place of the regular captain, Ahrar Amin. Additionally, three stand-by players have been designated outside the primary squad.
Bangladesh made a commendable start to their Asia Cup campaign with a resounding 67-run victory over UAE in the opening match. The Bangladesh U-19 team showcased their prowess in a dominating performance against the United Arab Emirates
The eagerly awaited Youth World Cup is back, and Bangladesh, led by Akbar Ali, is set to commence their campaign against India—the team they defeated to clinch the Under-19 World Cup title in South Africa in 2020. The tournament's venue has shifted from Sri Lanka to South Africa, accompanied by a revised schedule released by the International Cricket Council (ICC).
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has unveiled the eagerly awaited schedule for the tenth season of the Bangladesh Premier League Cricket (BPL), set to commence with a thrilling clash between Comilla Victorians and Dhaka, marking the opening ceremony on January 19. Simultaneously, Sylhet Strikers will go head-to-head against Chittagong Challengers on the same day.
In a resounding victory, Bangladesh U19 secured a commanding place in the Super Four of the Youth Asia Cup by defeating Japan with a significant margin in Dubai. The match witnessed Bangladesh's Under-19 team claiming a convincing 9-wicket win over Japan, paving the way for their entry into the semi-finals of the prestigious tournament.
In a stellar display of cricketing prowess, Bangladesh secured the coveted championship title in the U-19 Asia Cup 'B' Group, overpowering UAE, Japan, and Sri Lanka. The red-green jersey holders clinched the group's top spot by defeating Sri Lanka by six wickets in a thrilling encounter on Wednesday night. As a result, Bangladesh will now face India, the Group 'A' runner-up, in the semifinals slated for December 15.
Bangladesh reached the U-19 Asia Cup final after defeating India. Batting first, India were bowled out for 188 in 42.4 overs at the ICC Academy ground in Dubai on Friday. In response, the youth of Bangladesh reached the target by losing 6 wickets in 42.5 overs.
Four years after a heartbreaking loss to India, the Bangladesh U-19 team has a chance to rewrite history and clinch the Asia Cup title. From afar in New Zealand, Mushfiqur Rahim and Nazmul Hossain Shantara extended their congratulations to the victorious Bangladesh youth team.
