Fri Nov 21 13:10:00 UTC 2025: Here’s a news article summarizing the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 semi-final match between India A and Bangladesh A:
Bangladesh A Stuns India A in Super Over Thriller, Clinches Spot in Asia Cup Rising Stars Final
Doha, Qatar – In a heart-stopping semi-final clash at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium, Bangladesh A emerged victorious against India A after a tied match led to a dramatic Super Over finish in the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025.
India A won the toss and elected to bowl first. Bangladesh A posted a competitive total of 194/6 in their 20 overs, propelled by a late-innings blitz from Meherob, who smashed an unbeaten 48 off just 18 balls, including six sixes. Habibur Rahman also contributed a crucial half-century, scoring 65 off 46 balls. Gurjapneet Singh was the pick of the Indian bowlers, taking 2 wickets.
In reply, India A matched Bangladesh’s score, finishing at 194/6 after their allotted overs. Opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi provided a blistering start with 38 runs off 15 balls. Priyansh Arya contributed a valuable 44 runs. With the scores level, the match proceeded to a Super Over.
The Super Over saw a stunning collapse from India A, who were bowled out for a duck, with Ripon Mondol claiming both wickets for Bangladesh. Bangladesh A then chased down the required run off the first legitimate ball, securing their place in the final. Ripon Mondol was named Player of the Match for his match-winning performance.
Controversy surrounded India A’s Super Over batting strategy, as captain Jitesh Sharma’s decision to not send in in-form batsmen Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Priyansh Arya raised eyebrows.
Bangladesh A will now face the winner of the second semi-final between Pakistan A and Sri Lanka A in the final on November 23rd at the same venue. This promises to be an exciting encounter as Bangladesh A aim to continue their winning momentum.
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