Sat Nov 30 14:03:17 UTC 2024: ## Pakistan Thrash India by 43 Runs in Thrilling Asia Cup Clash

**Dubai, UAE** – Pakistan secured a resounding 43-run victory over India in their opening Group A match of the U19 Asia Cup at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. A masterful century by Shahzaib Khan (159) and a disciplined bowling performance spearheaded Pakistan’s comprehensive win.

Khan’s 147-ball innings, studded with 10 sixes and 5 fours, laid the foundation for Pakistan’s imposing 281/7. He shared a crucial 160-run opening partnership with Usman Khan (60) before adding another 71-run stand with Mohammad Riazullah (27). Samarth Nagaraj was India’s most successful bowler, taking 3 wickets for 45 runs.

Chasing 282, India’s innings never truly recovered from a shaky start. Top-order batsmen Ayush Mhatre (20), Vaibhav Suryavanshi (1), and Andre Siddarth (15) all failed to make significant contributions. While Nikhil Kumar offered resistance with a fighting 67, he lacked support as Pakistan’s bowlers consistently chipped away at the wickets. Ali Raza (3/xx) and Abdul Subhan (2/xx) were the pick of the Pakistan bowlers, consistently applying pressure.

A late flurry of boundaries from Mohamed Enaan (30*) and Yudhajit Guha (11*) in a 47-run last-wicket partnership added some late drama, but it was too little, too late for India, who were eventually bowled out for 238.

Pakistan’s all-round dominance earned them a convincing victory, setting a strong statement of intent in the tournament. India will need to regroup quickly if they are to challenge for the title.

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