South Africa, with a win and loss, moved to second spot in Group D below Afghanistan, who have won both their games so far. Sri Lanka dominates Group A with two wins in two matches, while Pakistan is second in Group C, next to unbeaten England, with a win and a loss so far.
The young Sri Lankan side will be captained by Vimath Dinsara, with Kavija Gamage named as vice-captain. The upcoming showpiece tournament will begin on January 15.
India is entering in the finals with a comprehensive eight wicket win over Sri Lanka U19 in the semifinals, while Pakistan also achieved a eight-wicket win against Bangladesh U19 to set up this marquee clash at Dubai.
India U19 secured a convincing eight-wicket win over Sri Lanka U19 in the first semi-final of the U19 Asia Cup in Dubai on Friday, booking their spot in the final against arch-rivals Pakistan.
Former Sri Lanka Under-19 skipper Dhammika Niroshana died on Wednesday at the age of 41 after being shot by an unidentified person outside his house, according to ESPNcricinfo.
The UAE U19 team recorded a thrilling two-wicket win over Sri Lanka U19 in the ACC Men's Asia Cup U19 match at the ICC Academy Oval on Monday evening, the teenagers' joy doubled when they were greeted by legendary Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar right after their incredible win over the cricket