Arch-rivals India and Pakistan Under 19 eye final berth

India Under 19 vs Pakistan Under 19 - semifinal

Ever since India and Pakistan played their first-ever Test in 1952-53, the rivalry between the two countries has evoked passion and frenzied excitement among fans. When either side win or lose, it has resulted in mixed emotions - fans of one country rejoice while at the other side of the border, they're drenched in despair.

The storied rivalry between the two sides also extends to the Under 19 ranks, with some riveting matches played between the two countries in the Under 19 World Cup. In the 2004 edition of the tournament, Pakistan defended a total of 230 and in 2006, they went one better by overcoming their neighbours despite being bowled out for just 107. Anwar Ali starred with a five-fer. The two sides will again go head-to-head in the semifinals of the 2018 edition in Hagley Oval, Christchurch. However, this time around, a well balanced India Under 19 side will start the match as favourites.

For India, Prithvi Shaw (191), the captain, and