Sat Nov 30 14:24:27 UTC 2024: **India U19 falls to Pakistan U19 in Asia Cup clash**

Dubai, UAE – In a thrilling encounter at the U19 Asia Cup in Dubai, Pakistan secured a 43-run victory over India on Saturday. Shahzaib Khan’s magnificent 159 off 147 balls, studded with five fours and ten sixes, formed the cornerstone of Pakistan’s impressive total. Despite a late flurry of runs from India’s lower order, including a defiant 40-run last-wicket partnership, they fell short of the challenging target.

Pakistan’s innings was marked by Shahzaib’s explosive batting, while Usman Khan also contributed a significant 60 runs. India’s bowling struggled to contain the pair, with several expensive overs. Ayush Mhatre took two wickets for India, while Samarth Nagaraj claimed two crucial scalps in the middle order.

India’s chase got off to a shaky start, losing early wickets. While Nikhil Kumar (67) and Harvansh Pangalia provided some resistance, they couldn’t build substantial partnerships against Pakistan’s disciplined bowling attack. Ali Raza and Abdul Subhan proved particularly effective, claiming multiple wickets each. India’s lower order fought valiantly, but it was not enough to overcome the deficit created by Pakistan’s strong start.

The match was notable for the presence of 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi in India’s playing XI. Suryavanshi, recently purchased by Rajasthan Royals for a hefty sum in the IPL auction, showed promise despite his team’s loss. The match was played on a pitch offering good bounce for both pace and spin.

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