The national Under-19 teams of Bangladesh and Pakistan head into the fifth and final T20 with the series delicately poised at 2–2 after an engrossing sequence of low-scoring scrapfests in Cox’s Bazar. Pakistan drew first blood in the opener, defending 88 to win by 13 runs, before Bangladesh bounced back in the second game, chasing 81 to level the series with a three‑wicket victory. Bangladesh then nudged ahead 2–1 with a seven‑wicket win in the third T20 while overhauling 87, but Pakistan responded under pressure in the fourth match, hunting down 127 with six wickets and 11 balls to spare to set up a winner‑takes‑all finale.
Squads:
Pakistan Women U19 Women’s Cricket Team
Areesha Ansari, Eman Naseer, Ravail Farhan, Zoofishan Ayyaz, Aqsa Habib, Mahnoor Zeb, Rozina Akram, Komal Khan, Aleesa Mukhtiar, Ayesha Riaz, Memoona Khalid, Shahar Bano
Bangladesh Women U19 Women’s Cricket Team
Aritry Mondol, Mymuna Naher, Sadia Akter, Sadia Islam, Boby Khatun, Achena Jannat, Mst Sumaiya Akther Suborna, Habiba Islam Pinky, Jarin Tasnem, Lamiya Mreda, Mst Farjana Easmin, Otoshi Mojumder, Rumana Ahmed
Players to watch out:
Achena Jannat
Achena Jannat, representing Bangladesh U19 Women, has accumulated 74 runs across 3 innings in the series, maintaining a strong batting average of 37. Her highest score is 35, and she has a strike rate of 90.24. She has hit 7 boundaries and 1 maximum. Jannat has been impressive throughout the series and is a vital cog for her unit in this must-win.
Jarin Tasnem
Jarin Tasnem is the leading wicket-taker among these players, securing 9 wickets in 4 innings for Bangladesh U19 Women. She maintains a phenomenal bowling average of 7.55 and a tight economy rate of 4.25 runs per over across 16 overs. Her best bowling figures are 4/14 and she has one four-wicket haul and is also one of the key bowlers for her side.
Fizza Fiaz
Fizza Fiaz of Pakistan U19 Women has played a crucial role in the only inning she has batted, scoring 52 runs. Her aggressive play is reflected in a high strike rate of 148.57, which included 5 fours and 3 sixes off just 35 balls. Fiaz is one of the key components for her side.
Rozina Akram
Rozina Akram of Pakistan U19 Women has been highly economical, taking 6 wickets across 4 innings with an excellent economy rate of 3.26. Her bowling average stands at 8.16 and she has bowled 15 overs. Her best performance with the ball is 2 for 5 and is a standout bowler for her side in the series so far.
Pitch:
The Sheikh Kamal International Cricket Stadium in Cox’s Bazar features a pitch that typically offers balanced conditions for batting and bowling, with early seam movement under cloud cover but flattening out for strokeplay as the match progresses. This venue has a black-soil surface that provides good bounce and carry, favoring pace bowlers in the first session while spinners gain grip later.
Weather:
Expect plenty of sunshine with clear skies throughout the day. Temperatures will remain warm, peaking around 29-30°C during the afternoon, ideal for cricket. Light winds from the northwest at about 7 mph and low humidity around 40-50% should ensure comfortable playing conditions with no rain in sight.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Eman Naseer, Rozina Akram, Ayesha Riaz, Memoona Khalid, Fizza Fiaz, Sadia Islam, Boby Khatun, Achena Jannat, Mst Sumaiya Akther Suborna, Habiba Islam Pinky, Jarin Tasnem
Match Details:
Date – December 12, 2025
Time – 1:00 PM IST
Venue – Sheikh Kamal International Cricket Stadium, Cox’s Bazar
Broadcast – T.B.C.
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