Bangladesh Under-19s sealed their place in the semi-finals of the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 with a crushing 205-run win over Malaysia Under-19s in the 9th match of Group B at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 2) in Al Amerat, Oman, on Monday, 9 November 2026. Ahsan Al Mumin’s magnificent unbeaten 152 powered Bangladesh to 303 for 8, and Tafiul Alam Tamim’s seven-wicket haul then bundled Malaysia out for just 98 in 30.5 overs.
Bangladesh had won the toss and chosen to bat first, and for a while Malaysia’s bowlers kept them in check. But once Ahsan found his rhythm, the innings belonged to him. His 152 not out off 133 balls, with 10 fours and 6 sixes, was the second fifty-plus score of his tournament and the innings that turned a competitive total into a match-winning one. Malaysia’s chase never got going: they lost five wickets inside the powerplay and were 34 for 5 after 10 overs, and only a fighting half-century from Nagineswaran Sathnakumaran saved them from an even heavier defeat.
Match Summary
| Match | Bangladesh U19 vs Malaysia U19, 9th Match, Group B |
| Tournament | ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 |
| Date | Monday, 9 November 2026 |
| Venue | Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 2), Al Amerat, Oman |
| Toss | Bangladesh U19 won the toss and opted to bat |
| Result | Bangladesh U19 won by 205 runs |
| Bangladesh U19 | 303/8 in 50 overs |
| Malaysia U19 | 98 all out in 30.5 overs |
| Player of the Match | Ahsan Al Mumin (152 not out off 133 balls) |
How the Match Was Won
Bangladesh’s innings had a shaky start. Opener Abdullah Al Muhi struck five boundaries in a quick 22 off 21 balls, but Malaysia’s Nagineswaran Sathnakumaran removed both openers cheaply — SK Jarif Siyam for 8 and Al Muhi for 22 — and when Alamin Hossain fell for 6, Bangladesh were in early trouble. That was when Ahsan Al Mumin took control.
Batting at number four, Ahsan built the innings patiently and then accelerated, adding valuable stands with captain Farid Hasan Faysal (17), All Rafi (21) and Farhan Sadik, who smashed 16 off just 7 balls. His best support came from Robiul Hasan Anik, whose 45 off 48 balls helped Bangladesh recover strongly and push past 300. Al Amin Hossen’s unbeaten 8 at the end took the total to 303 for 8 — a score Malaysia were never likely to chase.
The chase was effectively over inside the first 10 overs. Rubay Islam Rizon struck with the new ball, removing Syamil Aqil for a duck, and Tafiul Alam Tamim ran through the top order. Malaysia lost their captain Deeaz Patro for nought, and at 32 for 5 the match was gone as a contest. Sathnakumaran, who had earlier taken two wickets with the ball, fought on alone with a 50 off 81 balls, adding 47 with Muhammad Nurhanif, but once he fell to Tamim in the 31st over, the innings folded for 98. Tamim finished with extraordinary figures of 7 for 18 from 7.5 overs, including two maidens.
Key Performances
- Ahsan Al Mumin (Bangladesh) — 152 not out off 133 balls: The Player of the Match and the innings of the day. Ten fours and six sixes, and his second fifty-plus score of the tournament after his half-century against Sri Lanka. He held the innings together after the early wickets and then powered Bangladesh past 300.
- Tafiul Alam Tamim (Bangladesh) — 7 for 18 in 7.5 overs: A devastating spell of swing and seam bowling. He took seven of Malaysia’s ten wickets, including four of the top five, and never let the chase breathe. His figures are among the best bowling returns of the tournament so far.
- Robiul Hasan Anik (Bangladesh) — 45 off 48 balls: The crucial supporting hand in Bangladesh’s innings. His six boundaries kept the scoreboard moving while Ahsan anchored the other end, and their stand turned a good total into a commanding one.
- Nagineswaran Sathnakumaran (Malaysia) — 50 off 81 balls and 2 for 66: Malaysia’s one bright spot on a tough day. He was their best bowler early on, removing both Bangladesh openers, and then top-scored with a fighting half-century when the chase was falling apart around him.
- Rubay Islam Rizon (Bangladesh) — 2 for 21 in 5 overs: The early breakthroughs with the new ball, including the wicket of Syamil Aqil in the first over, set the tone for the defence of 303.
What It Means for Group B
This result, combined with Afghanistan’s 106-run win over Sri Lanka in the day’s other Group B match, finalises the group standings — and sends Bangladesh through to the semi-finals.
| Team | Matches | Won | Lost | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan U19 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 6 |
| Bangladesh U19 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| Sri Lanka U19 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Malaysia U19 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
Afghanistan finish top of Group B with three wins from three, while Bangladesh take the second semi-final spot with four points. Sri Lanka, who needed a win against Afghanistan to stay alive, were bowled out for 169 chasing 275 and are eliminated, along with Malaysia, who finish the group stage without a win. For Bangladesh, the 205-run margin also gave their net run rate a big boost, underlining how completely they dominated the group decider.
Bangladesh’s campaign has been a story of recovery. Beaten by 113 runs by Afghanistan in their opener, they bounced back to beat Sri Lanka by 45 runs and have now finished the group stage with their biggest win of the tournament. They will go into the semi-finals on 12 November full of confidence, with Ahsan Al Mumin in outstanding form and a bowling attack that has just taken 10 wickets for 98 runs.
Malaysia, meanwhile, leave the tournament without a win, but they will take some encouragement from this match. Their total of 98 was their highest of the tournament after scores of 88 and 42 in their first two games, and Sathnakumaran’s half-century showed that they have players who can compete at this level. The gap to the Full Member sides remains large, but this young Malaysian team will have learned plenty from three tough games in Oman.
For more U19 Asia Cup 2026 coverage, read our preview of this match, our report on Afghanistan U19’s 10-wicket win over Malaysia U19 earlier in the group stage, and our preview of Sri Lanka U19 vs Afghanistan U19.
FAQs
What was the result of Bangladesh U19 vs Malaysia U19?
Bangladesh U19 won by 205 runs in the 9th match of Group B at the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026. Bangladesh scored 303 for 8 in 50 overs and bowled Malaysia out for 98 in 30.5 overs at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 2) on Monday, 9 November 2026.
Who was the Player of the Match in Bangladesh U19 vs Malaysia U19?
Ahsan Al Mumin was named Player of the Match for his unbeaten 152 off 133 balls, an innings that included 10 fours and 6 sixes. It was his second fifty-plus score of the tournament.
What were the top bowling figures in the match?
Tafiul Alam Tamim took 7 wickets for 18 runs in 7.5 overs for Bangladesh, the best bowling figures of the match. Rubay Islam Rizon took 2 for 21, while for Malaysia, Nagineswaran Sathnakumaran and Syahir Asyraf took two wickets each.
Have Bangladesh U19 qualified for the semi-finals?
Yes. Bangladesh finished second in Group B with four points from three matches — two wins and one defeat — behind Afghanistan, who won all three of their group games. The semi-finals are scheduled for 12 November, with the final on 14 November.
What is Malaysia U19’s record in the U19 Asia Cup 2026?
Malaysia lost all three of their Group B matches — by 9 wickets to Sri Lanka, by 10 wickets to Afghanistan and by 205 runs to Bangladesh — and finished bottom of the group with no points.
Conclusion
Bangladesh U19’s 205-run win over Malaysia U19 was as complete a performance as they have produced in this tournament. Ahsan Al Mumin’s unbeaten 152 gave them a total their opponents could never chase, and Tafiul Alam Tamim’s seven-wicket haul made sure the result was never in doubt. After a heavy defeat in their opening game, Bangladesh have now won two in a row to book a semi-final place, and they will head into the knockouts believing they can go further. Malaysia’s wait for a win at this level goes on, but Sathnakumaran’s fifty and a better batting display than in their first two games give them something to build on.
For the full scorecard and ball-by-ball details, see the match page here: Bangladesh U19 vs Malaysia U19 live score on Cricbuzz
