Sat Nov 30 13:56:44 UTC 2024: ## Pakistan Triumphs Over India in Under-19 Asia Cup Thriller
**Dubai, UAE** – Pakistan’s Under-19 cricket team secured a resounding 44-run victory over India in their opening match of the Asia Cup on Saturday, November 30th, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Winning the toss and electing to bat first, Pakistan posted a challenging 281/7 in their allotted 50 overs. Shahzob Khan spearheaded the innings with a magnificent 159 runs off 147 balls, while Usman Khan contributed a valuable 60 and Mohammad Riazullah added 27. India’s bowling attack saw Samarth Nagraj claim 3 wickets and Ayush Mhatre take 2, with Yudhvir Guha and Kiran Chormale each securing one.
In response, India’s chase faltered, managing only 237 runs in 47.1 overs. Nikhil Kumar top-scored for India with 67 runs, but consistent wickets hampered their progress. Harvansh Singh (26), Kiran Chormale (20), and Ayush Mhatre (20) offered support, but the rest of the batting line-up struggled. Ali Raza led Pakistan’s bowling attack with 3 wickets, while Abdul Subhan and Fahm-ul-Haq each claimed 2. A late 47-run partnership between Yudhvir Guha (12 not out) and Mohammad Inaan (30) couldn’t prevent Pakistan’s victory.
The match saw impressive performances from both sides, but Pakistan’s strong batting and disciplined bowling proved decisive in securing their opening win in the tournament. The victory sets up an exciting tournament for Pakistan, while India will look to regroup and bounce back in their subsequent matches.
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