(Web Desk) - Defending champions Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first against India in the final of the Under-19 Asia Cup.
The final is being played in Al Amerat, Oman, where the Pakistan side has retained its playing XI without making any changes.
Pakistan captain Farhan Yousaf said the pitch appeared favourable for batting, prompting the decision to bat first.
India captain, meanwhile, said his side would have preferred to bowl first. The Indian team made one change to its playing XI.
Pakistan had defeated India in the final of the previous edition to win their maiden Under-19 Asia Cup title.