The U19 Asia Cup has been the largest youth cricket tournament in Asia for three decades and more. It has produced many future stars and has helped young cricketers early in their careers to handle big-match pressure. The 12th edition of the tournament came to an end in December 2025, when Pakistan raised the trophy after a huge win against India in Dubai. Over the years, the competition has become more intense, with India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and other rivals from Asia contesting for the title. An in-depth and simple explanation of the U19 Asia Cup from 1989 to 2025 is given in this article. U19 ASIA CUP WINNERS LIST (1989-2025) Year Winner Margin Runners-up Venue 1989 India Won by 79 runs Sri Lanka Dhaka 2003 India Won by 8 wickets Sri Lanka Lahore 2012 India/Pakistan Match tied India/Pakistan Malaysia 2013–14 India Won by 40 runs Pakistan Sharjah 2016 India Won by 34 runs Sri Lanka Colombo 2017 Afghanistan Won by 185 runs Pakistan Malaysia 2018 India Won by 144 runs Sri Lanka Mirpur 2019 India Won by 5 runs Bangladesh Colombo 2021 India Won by 9 wickets (D/L) Sri Lanka Dubai 2023 Bangladesh Won by 195 runs UAE Dubai 2024 Bangladesh Won by 59 runs India Dubai 2025 Pakistan Won by 192 runs India Dubai Also Read | Worst Buys in IPL 2026 Auction: Detailed Analysis 1989 - India Defeated Sri Lanka by 79 Runs India cruised to glory in its first U19 Asia Cup final in Dhaka with an excellent all-around performance. Batting first, they got a respectable total for their bowlers to defend. The bowlers then took very controlled charge through the innings and wrapped Sri Lanka up for a low score. This win laid the foundation for India's future successes in youth cricket. It also showed how important the tournament would be for the young Asian talent. 2003 - India defeated Sri Lanka by 8 wickets In the second edition of the tournament in Lahore, India again showcased its depth with a comfortable victory over Sri Lanka. Credit to their bowlers for restricting Sri Lanka to a tiny total. The Indian batters chased the target without much pressure, losing only two wickets. The win stood firm testimony to India's strong youth structure and ability to handle knockout games away from home. 2012 - India & Pakistan Joint Champions for the-Trophy (Match Tied) One of the most intense finals in Malaysia in 2012 ended up in a tie with India and Pakistan finishing at the same score. Both teams fought intensely; neither gave an inch till the last ball. As a tiebreaker rule or reserve day was not appointed at that time, both teams were declared joint winners. This remains imprinted as one of the most memorable U19 Asia Cup finals in the books of history. Also Read | IPL 2026: Four Indian Players Who Can Revive Their Careers 2013-2014 - India Defeated Pakistan by 40 Runs India and Pakistan came together for the final year in Sharjah the following year. After a steadily built first total, India controlled the game with disciplined bowling. With Pakistan straggling to form partnerships, India remained on top of the chase throughout. The win again cemented India's growing reputation for consistency in youth tournaments under pressure. 2016 - India defeated Sri Lanka by 34 Runs Colombo saw the Indian team beat the hosts, Sri Lanka, with another classic show of superiority. Having set up a fighting total for Sri Lanka to chase, they kept their bowling tight. The home team tried to build some momentum, but India never allowed them to establish any sort of partnership. Their success showed India's ability to handle difficult conditions and large crowds. 2017 - Afghanistan defeated Pakistan by 185 runs One of the biggest upsets in the history of the U19 Asia Cup came in 2017. Afghanistan's batting in Kuala Lumpur was excellent, and they finished with a very competitive total. Excellent bowling from Afghanistan then saw Pakistan bowled out cheaply and thus secure an outstanding win by 185 runs. This win became a landmark moment for Afghanistan cricket and measured their rapid ascent. Also Read | Steal Deals of IPL 2026 Auction: Smart Buys That Shocked Everyone 2018 - India defeated Sri Lanka by 144 runs One of the most brutal performances by India arrived in 2018 in Mirpur. Their batters put up a huge score that kept Sri Lanka under pressure right from the word go. The Indian bowlers then continued the extract control and bulldozed Sri Lanka, winning by 144 runs. It was one of the most one-sided finals ever in the tournament's history. 2019 - India defeated Bangladesh by 5 Runs The 2019 final in Colombo was a nail-biting low-scoring thriller. India had laid a pale score, but their bowlers gave their all till the very end. Bangladesh came so close yet fell just 5 runs short. The match was a testimony to the grit, patience, and ability of India to keep their cool during tight situations. 2021 - India defeated Sri Lanka by 9 wickets (D/L Method) The 2021 final, which was played in Dubai, was marred by rain and decided through the D/L method. Sri Lanka, under pressure, could not post a decent score. India then accomplished the chase fairly comfortably according to the revised target, winning by 9 wickets. This victory was indicative of India knowing match situations and handling themselves well through altered formats. Also Read | IPL Mega Auction vs Mini Auction: Key Differences Explained 2023 - Bangladesh thrashed UAE by 195 Runs Bangladesh displayed their might in Dubai in the year 2023. They put up big runs, banking on a solid batting display. Then their bowling thoroughly crushed the UAE chase by skittling them for a negligible total. This victory represents Bangladesh gradually becoming a force to reckon with in youth cricket while sharpening their consistency further. 2024 - Bangladesh Beat India by 59 Runs Bangladesh managed to defend their title in 2024, yet again in Dubai. They set a hefty total, one that held some challenge for India. Bangladesh's bowlers maintained that pressure from the word go and disallowed any partnerships for India. Winning back-to-back titles, they have firmly established themselves as a major force in U19 cricket. 2025 - Pakistan Beat India by 192 Runs A defeat for India U19 in the #Final by 191 runs.Scorecard ▶️ https://t.co/ht0DLU8XQ3#MensU19AsiaCup2025 pic.twitter.com/FTmHWPbkVD — BCCI (@BCCI) December 21, 2025 The 2025 edition was held at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai. Pakistan put a huge score, 347/8, with Sameer Minhas hitting a brilliant 172 and Ahmed Hussain contributing 56. India had a loss of early wickets and could never recover. Ali Raza picked up four wickets as India collapsed for 156. Thus, Pakistan won by 192 runs to claim their second U19 Asia Cup title. For his stunning century, Minhas was named Player of the Match.