In a dramatic showdown at the Emerging Asia Cup 2025, India A and Bangladesh A produced a nail-biter that ended in a tie, before Bangladesh A held their nerve to clinch victory in a tense one-over eliminator.
India A, batting first, posted a competitive total built on steady top-order partnerships and a late surge of boundaries. Their batters rotated the strike effectively and capitalized on loose deliveries to set up what seemed a defendable score on a two-paced surface.
Bangladesh A’s chase ebbed and flowed throughout. The openers provided a confident start, but India A’s bowlers struck regularly, leaving the match on a knife’s edge heading into the final overs. A gritty lower-order stand from Bangladesh A forced the game into a thrilling last-ball tie, triggering the Super Over.
In the one-over eliminator, Bangladesh A showcased composure under extreme pressure. Their batters smashed crucial runs early, setting India A a challenging mini-target. India A responded aggressively but faltered against accurate yorkers and sharp fielding, falling just short.
The victory marks a significant statement from Bangladesh A, announcing themselves as serious contenders in the tournament, while India A will look to regroup after letting a hard-fought game slip away.