Pakistan U-19 clinched a 43-run victory against India U-19 in a Group Stage match of the ACC U-19 Asia Cup. Shahzaib Khan delivered a match-winning performance, scoring 159 runs off 147 balls. His brilliant innings earned him the Player of the Match award.
Winning the toss, Pakistan U-19 chose to bat first at the Dubai International Stadium. Shahzaib and Usman Khan gave the team a strong start with a 160-run partnership for the opening wicket. Usman contributed 60 runs off 94 balls, hitting six boundaries.
Middle-order batsman Mohammad Riaz Ullah added 27 runs off 33 balls, supporting the total. Despite losing wickets in the latter part of the innings, Pakistan managed to post a competitive 281/7 in 50 overs.
India’s Bowlers Fight Back
India U-19 bowlers tried to contain Pakistan’s scoring in the middle overs. Samarth Nagaraj was the pick of the bowlers, taking 3 wickets for 45 runs in his 10 overs. Ayush Mhatre also impressed, claiming 2 wickets for 30 runs in 7 overs. Kiran Chormale chipped in with 1 wicket for 46 runs.
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India Falls Short in the Chase
Chasing 282, India U-19 struggled against Pakistan’s disciplined bowling attack. Nikhil Kumar led India’s batting effort with a solid 67 runs off 77 balls. Mohammed Enaan added a quick 30 off 22 balls, while Harvansh Singh Pangalia scored 26 off 28 balls.
India kept losing wickets at crucial moments and were eventually bowled out for 238 in 47.1 overs.
Pakistan Bowlers Seal the Win
Ali Raza spearheaded Pakistan’s bowling attack, taking 3 wickets for 36 runs in 9 overs. Faham-ul-Haq and Abdul Subhan supported him, claiming 2 wickets each. Subhan bowled a crucial spell, taking 2 wickets for 46 runs in 9.1 overs, while Faham took 2 for 41 in 8 overs.
Key Moments of the Match
- Shahzaib Khan’s 159 off 147 balls, including 16 boundaries and a six, anchored Pakistan’s innings.
- Usman Khan’s steady 60 provided a strong foundation.
- Nikhil Kumar’s fighting 67 kept India’s hopes alive.
- Pakistan’s bowlers held their nerve, taking wickets at regular intervals.
The win places Pakistan U-19 in a strong position in the group stage. India U-19 will need to regroup and focus on upcoming matches to stay in contention for the semifinals.
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