India will clash with hosts and defending champions Australia in the final of the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup at Townsville on Sunday. In the semi-finals, India recorded a thrilling 9-run victory over New Zealand and Australia defeated South Africa by four wickets.For India, it will be their fourth appearance in the final of the tournament. They won the 2000 and 2008 editions and were runners-up in 2006.Australia are bidding to lift their fourth title in the event after winning in 1988, 2002 and 2010. Meanwhile, at the Endeavour Park in Townsville today, South Africa beat New Zealand by eight wickets to finish third at the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup. Batting first after winning the toss, New Zealand were bowled out for just 90 in 36.5 overs. South Africa chased down the target in just 14.4 overs to end at 94 for two.
News On AIR | August 25, 2012 8:42 PM
U-19 Cricket World Cup: India to clash with Australia in finals