Fri Oct 25 15:00:00 UTC 2024: ### Summary of the News Article:

– **Match Overview**: The second semi-final match of the T20 Emerging Asia Cup 2024 is being played between India-A and Afghanistan-A in Al Amirat. Afghanistan won the toss and opted to bat first.

– **Afghanistan’s Innings**:
– Afghanistan scored 206 runs for 4 wickets in 20 overs.
– Opener Zubaid Akbari scored 64 runs off 41 balls, and Sedikulllah Atal made 83 runs off 52 balls, leading to a strong partnership of 137 runs for the first wicket.
– Rasik Salam picked up 3 wickets for India, while Akib Khan took 1 wicket.

– **India’s Chase**:
– India lost quick wickets, with the first three batsmen dismissed under 50 runs, including captain Tilak Varma who scored 16 runs.
– By the 13th over, India was struggling at 101 for 5, needing 109 runs from 48 balls.

– **Previous Match Result**: In the first semi-final, Sri Lanka faced Pakistan and won by 7 wickets, thus securing a place in the finals. Pakistan could only manage 135 runs.

– **Match Broadcast Information**: The match is live on Star Sports and streaming on Fan Code.

– **Next Steps**: India needs to build partnerships to chase down the target effectively as they are currently under pressure in the match.

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