Sat Oct 26 07:19:29 UTC 2024: **Summary of the Article:**

1. **India A Eliminated**: The Indian team (India A) was unable to reach the finals of the ACC Men’s T20 Emerging Teams Asia Cup, losing to Afghanistan A by 20 runs in the semi-final.

2. **Match Details**: The semi-final took place on October 25, 2024, at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman. India A was set a target of 207 runs but managed to score only 186 runs for 7 wickets.

3. **Key Performers for India A**:
– Randeep Singh scored a rapid 64 runs off 34 balls.
– Ayush Badoni contributed 31 runs, and Nishant Sindhu added 23 runs.
– The highest wicket-taker for India A was Rasikh Salam Dar with 3 wickets.

4. **Afghanistan A’s Innings**: Afghanistan A batted first and scored 206 runs for 4 wickets.
– Zubaid Akbari scored 64 runs, while Sediqullah Atal made 83 runs off 52 balls.

5. **Upcoming Final**: Afghanistan A will face Sri Lanka A in the final on October 27, after Sri Lanka A defeated Pakistan A in the other semi-final.

6. **Tournament Background**: This is the sixth season of the ACC Men’s Emerging Teams Asia Cup, which included six teams. The tournament has a history where Pakistan has been a strong competitor, previously winning multiple titles.

7. **Previous Champions**: The tournament has seen different champions since its inception in 2013, with India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan winning in previous seasons.

This captures the essential details of the match and the tournament’s broader context.

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