India A captain Jitesh Sharma won the toss and opted to field first as they face Bangladesh A in the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 semifinal at the West End Park International Stadium in Doha. India’s squad, featuring in-form opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi—who is the tournament’s second-highest run-scorer with 201 runs—will rely heavily on their bowling strength to contain Bangladesh's disciplined batting lineup.

Bangladesh A secured their semifinal spot by topping Group A with convincing wins over Hong Kong and Afghanistan, bolstered by a strong bowling attack led by pacer Ripon Mondol and spinner Rakibul Hasan, both recent additions to Bangladesh’s senior T20 team. Their bowling has consistently stifled opponents, while their batting combines veteran techniques and aggressive shots, making them tough competitors.

India A’s bowling spearheaded by left-arm pacer Gurjapneet Singh—the tournament’s top wicket-taker for India—along with spinners Harsh Dubey and Suyash Sharma, promises to challenge Bangladesh’s batsmen. Dubey has also contributed crucial runs, including a vital half-century against Oman that helped India reach this stage. The Indian team, however, faces a middle-order challenge, having struggled to build depth beyond their star performers in recent matches.

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Bangladesh A’s batting hinges on power hitters like opener Habibur Rahman Sohan and captain Akbar Ali, who can accelerate the innings during crucial moments. Yet beyond these key players, their lineup has shown some fragility, which India A will look to exploit as they aim for a spot in the final, likely against Pakistan Shaheens.

The semifinal match at the West End Park International Stadium promises an exciting clash of youthful talent and tactical cricket, with pitch conditions favoring both bat and ball, adding to the intrigue. Fans will watch closely as two well-rounded sides vie for a place in the final of the Rising Stars tournament—an important stepping stone for emerging cricket talent in Asia.

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