Sat Nov 30 11:03:54 UTC 2024: ## Pakistan Posts Massive Total, Setting Up Thrilling U19 Asia Cup Clash Against India

**Dubai, UAE** – Pakistan has set India a challenging 282-run target in their highly anticipated Under-19 Asia Cup clash at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Pakistan, winning the toss and electing to bat first, posted a commanding 281/7 in their allotted 50 overs.

The innings was anchored by a magnificent century from opener Shahzaib Khan, who smashed 159 runs off 147 balls, including 5 fours and 10 sixes. His 160-run opening partnership with Usman Khan (60 runs) laid the foundation for Pakistan’s strong total. Usman Khan was dismissed by Samarth Nagraj, who also claimed the wickets of Mohammad Riazullah and Shahzaib Khan, finishing with impressive figures of 3/xx. Ayush Mhatre took another wicket, while Kiran Chormale and Yudhajit Guha each chipped in with a dismissal.

India’s chase got off to a rocky start, losing early wickets. Ayush Mhatre was the first to fall, followed by Vaibhav Suryavanshi. Captain Mohammad Aman, who scored only 16 runs, also failed to make a significant impact. Andre Siddharth also fell for 15 runs. At the time of this report, India’s chase is struggling.

This match marks the first encounter for both teams in the tournament. India, the most successful team in the U19 Asia Cup’s history with eight titles from ten editions, faces a tough challenge from their rivals. The match is expected to be a closely fought contest throughout the innings.

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