In a historic triumph, the Bangladesh Under-19 cricket team clinched the inaugural ACC Under-19 Asia Cup title with a commanding performance. Opener Ashiqur Rahman Shibli’s stellar century powered Bangladesh to a formidable total of 282-8. Shibli emerged as the highest run-scorer in the tournament, amassing an impressive 378 runs in five innings.
Supported by noteworthy contributions from Rizwan Chowdhary and Ariful Islam, who scored 60 and 50 runs, respectively, Bangladesh showcased a dominant batting display. UAE’s Ayman Ahamed emerged as the standout bowler, claiming figures of 4/52.
Bangladesh’s bowlers, led by Maruf Mridha and Md. Rohanat Doullah Borson, displayed a masterclass, each securing three wickets. The team restricted UAE to a mere 87 runs, securing a comprehensive 195-run victory.
This victory adds another illustrious chapter to Bangladesh’s success in age-level cricket, following their triumph in the ICC Under-19 World Cup in 2020. The result highlights Bangladesh’s prowess in nurturing and showcasing young cricketing talent, garnering international recognition for their junior team’s consistent success on the global stage. With outstanding performances from players like Shibli, Mridha, and Borson, Bangladesh celebrates a resounding victory, affirming their dominance in the ACC Under-19 Asia Cup.
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