India A vs Bangladesh A 1st Semi-Final, Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025, LIVE Score: India A captain Jitesh Sharma won the toss and elected to bowl first against Bangladesh A in the Asia Cup Rising Stars semi-final being played in Doha, Qatar on Friday.
India’s campaign has so far been powered by the sensational form of opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi, whose aggressive starts at the top of the order have consistently put pressure on opponents. The bowling attack — both pace and spin — has also displayed impressive discipline, making India one of the most attacking sides in the tournament.
Bangladesh relying on control and consistency
Bangladesh A, in contrast, have taken a more conservative but effective route to the semifinals. Their success has heavily revolved around bowling pressure and traditional, patient batting. Ripon Mondol and Rakibul Hasan have been standout performers, repeatedly restricting oppositions to modest totals with their tight spells.
Middle-order fragility still troubling India
One challenge India A will look to overcome today is their unpredictable middle order. Against Pakistan A, India collapsed from 91/3 to 136 all out. Although they survived a close contest versus Oman in their third fixture, the inconsistency through the middle overs remains a talking point heading into this knockout clash.
The semifinals continue later in the evening when Pakistan A face Sri Lanka A in the second knockout match. With the pitches at West End Park International Stadium offering support to both batters and bowlers, another riveting contest is on the cards.
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IND A vs BAN A semifinal LIVE Score: BAN in strong position despite losing wickets
At the end of the ninth over, Bangladesh A were 70/2, with Habibur Rahman Sohan leading the innings on 31 runs off 23 balls, including 2 fours and 2 sixes.
Earlier in the over, Zawad Abrar was dismissed after slashing straight to third man, an easy catch taken by Suryavanshi. Abrar scored 13 runs off 19 balls, including a six, before departing.
Current Run Rate: 7.77
Bowlers Suyash Sharma and Harsh Dubey have been economical, while Ramandeep Singh struck with the crucial wicket of Abrar, keeping Bangladesh A under pressure.
Asia Cup Rising Stars Live: Bangladesh A Steady at 70/1 after nine overs
At the end of the ninth over, Bangladesh A reached 70/1, with Habibur Rahman Sohan leading the charge on 31 runs off 23 balls, including 2 fours and 2 sixes. Zawad Abrar chipped in with 7 runs off 17 deliveries, rotating the strike and keeping the scoreboard ticking.
Current Run Rate: 7.77
Indian bowlers Suyash Sharma and Harsh Dubey remained disciplined, conceding 9 and 20 runs respectively, as Bangladesh A looks to build a strong platform in this semi-final clash.
IND A vs BAN A semifinal LIVE Score: Sohan hits a big six
Bangladesh A’s Habibur Rahman Sohan smashed a six off Harsh Dubey in the third ball of the seventh over, sending the ball soaring over long-on. Despite not connecting perfectly, Sohan’s timing and placement ensured the ball cleared the fielder and added a crucial boundary to the total.
Score Update: BAN-A 60/1
Current Run Rate: 8.57
Asia Cup Rising Stars Live: Bangladesh A maintains momentum with Sohan Steady
Bangladesh A added 5 runs in the seventh over, taking their score to 54/1. Habibur Rahman Sohan continued his steady innings with 21 runs off 16 balls (2 fours, 1 six), while Zawad Abrar contributed 4 runs off 12 balls, showing some positive intent.
IND A vs BAN A semifinal LIVE Score: Bangladesh A struggles to accelerate
Bangladesh A managed just 1 run in the sixth over, taking their total to 49/1. Habibur Rahman Sohan remained steady on 19 runs off 14 balls (2 fours, 1 six), while Zawad Abrar added 2 runs off 8 balls, struggling to find rhythm.
Current Run Rate: 8.16
Bowling Update:
Harsh Dubey – 2–0–10–0
Gurjapneet Singh – 2–0–20–1
The over highlighted the disciplined bowling from the Indian side, keeping the scoring rate under control despite Sohan’s efforts at the crease.
Asia Cup Rising Stars Live: Bangladesh A steadies after early wicket
Bangladesh A managed 5 runs in the fifth over, bringing the score to 48/1. Habibur Rahman Sohan continued to anchor the innings with 19 runs off 14 balls (2 fours, 1 six), while new batsman Zawad Abrar added 1 run off 2 balls at the crease.
Current Run Rate: 9.60
Bowling Update:
Gurjapneet Singh – 2–0–20–1
Harsh Dubey – 1–0–9–0
The wicket of Jishan Alam in the previous over has slowed Bangladesh A slightly, but Sohan remains well-set to build the innings further.
IND A vs BAN A semifinal LIVE Score: Jishan Alam falls
Bangladesh A suffered their first blow of the innings as Jishan Alam was dismissed for 26 off 14 balls (2 fours, 2 sixes). He was caught by Naman Dhir off the bowling of Gurjapneet Singh, ending his aggressive start that had set the tone for the innings.
Score Update: BAN-A – 43/1
Strike Rate: Jishan Alam – 185.71
The wicket breaks the 50-run opening partnership and gives India A an opportunity to regain control in the early stages of the match.
Bangladesh A maintained their impressive start, reaching 43 without loss at the end of the fourth over. Jishan Alam continues his aggressive innings, scoring 26 runs off 12 balls with two fours and two sixes, while Habibur Rahman Sohan has contributed 15 runs off 12 balls, including a four and a six.
Bowling Update:
Harsh Dubey: 1–0–9–0
Vijaykumar Vyshak: 2–0–19–0
The openers have kept the current run rate at 10.75, providing Bangladesh A a strong foundation as they look to dominate the early overs.
Score: BAN-A – 43/0
IND A vs BAN A semifinal LIVE Score: Bangladesh A openers keep momentum going
Bangladesh A continued their aggressive start, reaching 34 without loss at the end of the third over. Jishan Alam remains the more attacking of the two openers, scoring 18 runs off 8 balls, including two fours and a six, while Habibur Rahman Sohan added 14 runs off 10 balls with a four and a six of his own.
Bowling Update:
Vijaykumar Vyshak: 2–0–19–0
Gurjapneet Singh: 1–0–15–0
The pair have maintained a strong strike rate, keeping the current run rate at 11.33 as Bangladesh A looks to build a commanding start.
Score: BAN-A – 34/0
Asia Cup Rising Stars Live: Jishan Alam launches Bangladesh A’s second over with flair
Bangladesh A’s opener, Jishan Alam, showcased aggressive intent against Gurjapneet Singh in the second over, picking up boundaries at regular intervals.
Ball-by-ball highlights:
1.2 – 4 runs: Alam heaves past the wide slip fielder, reaching the third man boundary.
1.3 – 4 runs: A superb leg-side pick-up shot sends the ball racing to square leg.
1.4 – SIX runs: Alam absolutely wallops a pull that sails over fine leg, punishing a short delivery.
Bangladesh A continue their positive start, keeping the momentum alive after a strong opening over.
Score: BAN-A – 22/0
Current Run Rate: 11.00
Bangladesh A finish the first over on a positive note, scoring 10 runs without loss. The early six from Habibur Rahman Sohan set the tempo, giving the chase a confident launch.
Score: BAN-A – 10/0
Current Run Rate: 10.00
Asia Cup Rising Stars Live: Unexpected but massive!
Sohan aims for a flick off the length ball angling in, but the ball straightens a shade off the seam and catches the leading edge. Instead of falling safely, it flies high over the third-man region and clears the fielder with ease. A streaky yet priceless six.
IND A vs BAN A semifinal LIVE Score: Vyshak to Habibur Rahman Sohan — 2 runs
A mistimed pull loses pace as it travels toward deep mid-wicket, allowing Ramandeep to cut it off before it reaches the boundary. The batters run a couple comfortably.