Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025: Semi-Final 1, Bangladesh A vs India A Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between BAN A vs IND A?

Published - 20 Nov 2025, 11:49 IST | Updated - 20 Nov 2025, 14:57 IST

Bangladesh A (BAN-A) are set to face India A (IND-A) in the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 on Friday, November 21, at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium in Doha. This will be the first semi-final of this year's continental event.

Bangladesh A topped their group after winning both of their matches and will look to carry that momentum into the knockout stage. They will aim to maintain the same intensity and outplay the Indian side to secure a place in the summit clash.

India A, on the other hand, finished second in their group after suffering one defeat in the first round. They will now look to put those setbacks behind them, raise their performance levels, and push for a spot in the final with a more disciplined display.

The surface at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium in Doha is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball. While batters will have opportunities to play their shots, bowlers, particularly the seamers, could find early movement with the new ball. As the pitch settles, conditions are likely to become more favourable for batting.

Both teams have played only unofficial ODIs to date. Since the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 is being contested in the T20 format, this will be their first-ever meeting in this format, and the head-to-head stands at 0-0.

Habibur Rahman Sohan, Jishan Alam, Zawad Abrar, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Akbar Ali (c) (wk), Yasir Ali, SM Meherob, Abu Hider Rony, Rakibul Hasan, Abdul Gaffar Saqlain, Ripon Mondol

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Priyansh Arya, Naman Dhir, Jitesh Sharma (c) (wk), Nehal Wadhera, Ashutosh Sharma, Ramandeep Singh, Harsh Dubey, Gurjapneet Singh, Suyash Sharma, Vijaykumar Vyshak

India A opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi could be the key batter in this do-or-die clash. He is the tournament’s second-highest run-scorer, amassing 201 runs in three matches at an impressive strike rate of 242.17. His presence at the top will be crucial, and if he delivers another fiery start, India A will be well-positioned to secure a spot in the final.

Bangladesh A right-arm medium pacer Ripon Mondol could be the key bowler in this contest. He has picked up seven wickets so far, leading the tournament’s wicket-taking chart. His four-over spell will be crucial for Bangladesh A, and he will aim to maintain tight lines and lengths to restrict the Indian batters.

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.