India defeated Bangladesh in the final of the U-19 Women's Asia Cup 2024.

Sports | Dated: 25 Dec 2024

India emerged victorious in the final of the 1st edition of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) Under (U)-19 Women's T20 Asia Cup 2024, defeating Bangladesh by 41 runs on 22nd December 2024 at the Bayuemas Oval in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - The tournament took place from 15th December to 22nd December 2024 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
  • - India was led by captain Niki Prasad, while Bangladesh's team was captained by Sumaiya Akter.
  • - India claimed the championship title, with Bangladesh finishing as runners-up and Nepal securing the 3rd position.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) Gongadi Trisha of India was named Player of the Match in the finals and also received the Player of the Series award. She emerged as the tournament's top scorer, amassing 159 runs across 5 innings.
  • (ii) The U-19 Women's T20 Asia Cup was organized by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), featuring a total of 6 teams. These included four Asian full members—Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka—along with the hosts, Malaysia, and Nepal, who qualified as the winners of the Women's U-19 Asia Qualifier 2025.

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Who recently won the final of the U-19 Women's Asia Cup 2024?

Correct Answer: India

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About Bangladesh

  • President: Mohammed Shahabuddin
  • Capital: Dhaka