In an electrifying semi-final clash of the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025, Bangladesh A held their nerve to beat India A in a dramatic super over finish. Both teams fought hard, ending the regular 20 overs tied at 194/6, leading to a nail-biting super over that decided the winner.
Match Summary: Bangladesh A Triumphs In Super Over:
The first semi-final between India A and Bangladesh A was a thrilling contest. After both teams scored 194 runs in their 20 overs, the match went into a super over to determine the winner.
India A’s Super Over: Batting first, India A lost early wickets of Jitesh Sharma and Ashutosh Sharma and could not score any runs.
Bangladesh A’s Super Over: Bangladesh A chased the target easily, scoring 1 run through a wide ball. Yasir Ali was dismissed by Suyash Sharma, but Jishan Alam remained not out, sealing a dramatic victory for Bangladesh A.
Bangladesh A’s Power-Packed Innings:
Bangladesh A set a competitive total of 194/6 in their 20 overs, thanks to some explosive batting performances:
Habibur Rahman Sohan: Played a brilliant innings scoring 65 runs off 46 balls, hitting 3 fours and 5 sixes.
SM Meherob: Electrified the crowd with a quickfire 48* off just 18 balls, smashing 6 sixes.
Jishan Alam: Contributed a quick 26 runs, helping Bangladesh maintain momentum.
On the bowling front, India A’s Gurjapneet Singh took 2 wickets, supported by Abu Hider, Harsh Dubey, Suyash Sharma, Ramandeep Singh, and Naman Dhir, who all bowled well to keep the pressure on Bangladesh.
India A’s Explosive Chase:
India A matched Bangladesh’s intensity during their chase:
Vaibhav Suryavanshi: Led the charge with a quick 38 runs off 15 balls.
Priyansh Arya: Added a valuable 44 runs off 23 balls.
Jitesh Sharma: Scored 33 runs.
Nehal Wadhera: Remained unbeaten on 32 runs.
Despite the aggressive batting and a high run rate, disciplined bowling from Abu Hider, Rakibul Hasan, and Ripon Mondol kept India A in check, leading to a tie and the super over.
What’s Next?
Bangladesh A’s victory in this thrilling semi-final means they will face the winner of the second semi-final between Pakistan A and Sri Lanka A in the final. Their remarkable comeback in this match has set the stage for an exciting final showdown.
Record-Breaking Performances
Jishan Alam’s Fielding Feat:
Jishan Alam made headlines by taking six catches in a single T20 innings, setting a new record for Bangladesh A fielders. This broke the previous record of five catches held by Rakibul Hasan. Alam’s outstanding fielding played a crucial role in restricting India A’s batting lineup.
Vyshak’s Tough Bowling Day:
On the other hand, Vyshak had a challenging day with the ball, conceding 51 runs in his T20 spell — the most ever by an India A bowler in this format. This surpassed Rahul Chahar’s previous record of 48 runs conceded. Despite this, Vyshak will aim to bounce back strongly in the upcoming matches.
Conclusion:
The IND A vs BAN A semi-final of the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 was a thrilling encounter filled with intense moments, record-breaking performances, and a dramatic finish. Bangladesh A’s ability to hold their nerve in the super over showcased their resilience and fighting spirit. Fans can now look forward to an exciting final as Bangladesh A prepares to take on the winner of the Pakistan A vs Sri Lanka A semi-final.
