Sat Nov 30 14:24:31 UTC 2024: ## Pakistan U19 Triumphs Over India U19 in Asia Cup Thriller
**Dubai, UAE –** Pakistan’s Under-19 cricket team secured a convincing 44-run victory over India in a thrilling U19 Asia Cup match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium today. Pakistan, electing to bat first, posted a formidable 281/7, spearheaded by a magnificent century from Shahzaib Khan (159 runs, including five fours and ten sixes) and a supporting 60 from Usman Khan. Samarth Nagaraj led the Indian bowling attack with 3/45.
In response, India’s batting lineup faltered, managing only 237 runs in 47 overs. Nikhil Kumar offered the most resistance with a solid 67 runs off 77 balls, but no other batter could provide significant support. Ali Raza starred for Pakistan with the ball, claiming 3/36.
Pakistan captain Saad Baig expressed delight with his team’s performance, highlighting the crucial opening partnership and expressing confidence in further improvements. India captain Mohammad Amaan acknowledged their middle-order struggles but praised the efforts of lower-order batters like Mohammed Enaan and expressed optimism for a comeback in the tournament.
The match marked a strong start for Pakistan in the U19 Asia Cup, which began on Friday. India’s next match is scheduled for December 2nd against Japan.
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