India, Nov. 21 -- The time for the group stage is over as the Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025 edition has reached its business end. India A, under the leadership of Jitesh Sharma, sealed their qualification for the semi-finals after beating Oman. The side will now square off against Bangladesh A in the first semi-final in Doha on Friday. All eyes will once again be on the teen sensation, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, and whether he continues with his form in the eight-team competition.

The 14-year-old left-handed batter has been the standout performer for India A in the competition, with an over-reliance on the youngster as Priyansh Arya, the other opener, has failed to set the stage on fire, scoring just 30 runs in three games.

However, a positive c...