New Delhi, Nov. 28 -- The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Friday unveiled a youthful and highly competitive 15-member squad for the upcoming ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup, confirming Ayush Mhatre as captain and Vihaan Malhotra as vice-captain. The tournament will be held in Dubai from 12 December, with India once again entering as favourites in a field featuring traditional rivals Pakistan and emerging Asian sides.

In an official statement, the board confirmed:

"The Junior Cricket Committee has picked the India U19 squad for the upcoming ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup to take place in Dubai from 12th December."

Ayush Mhatre will lead the side, while Vihaan Malhotra has been named his deputy. The squad also features 14-year-old Vaibhav...