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Pakistan to face Afghanistan in U19 triangular series final tomorrow

Pakistan's U19 captain, Saad Baig, expressed confidence ahead of the final

Pakistan to face Afghanistan in U19 triangular series final tomorrow PHOTO: AFP

The final of the U19 Triangular Cricket Series between Pakistan and Afghanistan will be played tomorrow in Dubai. Both teams have prepared intensively for the decisive clash with rigorous net sessions.   

Pakistan's U19 captain, Saad Baig, expressed confidence ahead of the final, stating, *"Winning four matches has boosted the team's morale. We will aim to defeat Afghanistan again and carry this confidence into the Junior Asia Cup."*  

The series was played on a double round-robin format, with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as the third team. Both Pakistan and Afghanistan played four matches each, securing victories in three games to qualify for the final.  

As part of their final preparations, both teams focused on fielding, batting, and bowling drills during their net sessions.  

Saad Baig praised his team's performance throughout the tournament and vowed to deliver a strong showing in the final. *"We have performed well so far and aim to continue that in the final. Winning this match will give us the confidence we need for the Junior Asia Cup,"* he added.  

The highly-anticipated clash promises an exciting end to the tournament as both teams vie for the championship title.