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Amid ICC Champions Trophy row, India & Pakistan drawn in same group for Women’s U-19 Asia Cup

Amid ICC Champions Trophy row, India & Pakistan drawn in same group for Women’s U-19 Asia Cup

This will be the inaugural edition of the Women's Under-19 Asia Cup.

The Asian Cricket Council’s (ACC) announcement of the Women’s Under 19 Asia Cup groups has added fuel to the ongoing tension between India and Pakistan. The two cricketing giants have been placed in the same group, alongside Nepal, in Group A of the inaugural tournament.

IND-PAK Champions Trophy issue continues

However, this development is overshadowed by the escalating Champions Trophy row. India’s refusal to play in Pakistan, the designated host, has sparked a diplomatic standoff. Pakistan has threatened to boycott International Cricket Council (ICC) tournaments from 2025 to 2031 if their hosting rights are compromised. At the heart of the dispute lies the hosting model. Pakistan insists on fully hosting the Champions Trophy, while India proposes a hybrid model. The impasse has put the tournament in jeopardy, with the ICC facing a daunting challenge in resolving the issue.

Meanwhile, the Women’s Under 19 Asia Cup will serve as a crucial preparatory tournament for Asian teams ahead of the 2025 ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup. The tournament will be played in the 20-over format at the Bayuemas Cricket Oval in Malaysia from December 15-22. India’s title defense in the 2025 ICC Women’s U19 T20 World Cup, hosted by Malaysia from January 18 to February 2, makes their performance in the Asia Cup crucial.

Women’s Under-19 Asia Cup details and Schedule

Women’s U19 Asia Cup 2024Details
GroupsGroup A: India, Pakistan, Nepal
Group B: Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Malaysia
VenueBayuemas Cricket Oval, Malaysia
Tournament DatesDecember 15-22, 2024
Group Stage Matches
Sri Lanka vs MalaysiaDecember 15
India vs PakistanDecember 15
Sri Lanka vs BangladeshDecember 16
Pakistan vs NepalDecember 16
Bangladesh vs MalaysiaDecember 17
India vs NepalDecember 17
5th Place Playoff MatchDecember 18
Super Four Stage
A1 vs B1December 19
A2 vs B2December 19
A1 vs B2December 20
A2 vs B1December 20
FinalDecember 22
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