India, Dec. 19 -- The Ayush Mhatre-led India dominated the group stage of the U19 Asia Cup and hence it is no surprise that the side are the overwhelming favourites for the semi-final against Sri Lanka. In the group stage, India cruised past the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Pakistan, and Malaysia; however, the challenge against Sri Lanka will be a different kettle of fish, as the knockouts bring another dimension and pressure. All the focus will always be on Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who has set the tournament on fire with one century and one fifty.

India have been the best side of the competition so far, beating their opponents comprehensively. Vaibhav Suryavanshi's 171-run knock off 95 balls helped India defeat the UAE by 234 runs, and then,...