ACC U-19 Asia Cup 2024: Where to Watch Live Streaming and Telecast in India
ACC U19 Asia Cup 2024: Fixtures, Groups, and How to Watch Live in India
The 11th edition of the ACC Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup kicks off today, November 29, 2024, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Featuring eight teams, the tournament will be played at two premier venues: the Dubai International Cricket Stadium and the Sharjah Cricket Stadium.
Tournament Format:
The competition follows a single round-robin format in the group stages, with two groups of four teams each. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals. A total of 15 matches, including the semi-finals and final, will take place over the next ten days.
- Group A: India, Pakistan, UAE, Japan
- Group B: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal
One of the standout fixtures of the group stage is the India-Pakistan clash scheduled for November 30, promising high-octane action between the arch-rivals.
Legacy and Key Players:
India is the most successful team in U19 Asia Cup history, boasting eight titles in the tournament’s ten editions. With rising talents like Ayush Mhatre and Mohammed Amaan leading the Indian team, expectations are high. Meanwhile, hosts UAE feature India-born Aryan Saxena, a player to watch.
Live Streaming and Telecast:
Indian cricket fans can follow the matches live on Sony Sports Network, with telecast available on channels such as Sony Sports Ten 3 and Sony Sports Ten 5 in multiple languages. Digital streaming will be available on SonyLIV.
Schedule Highlights (IST):
- November 29: Bangladesh U19 vs. Afghanistan U19 at 10:30 AM
- November 30: India U19 vs. Pakistan U19 at 10:30 AM
- December 6: Semi-finals
- December 8: Final
The ACC U19 Asia Cup serves as a crucial platform for budding cricketers, continuing to shape future stars of the sport.
