Pakistan Under-19s set a challenging total of 281/7 in their 50 overs against India Under-19s at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Shahzaib Khan was the standout performer, scoring an impressive 159 off 147 balls, which included 5 fours and 10 sixes. Usman Khan contributed with a solid 60 runs, while Muhammad Riazullah (27) and Haroon Arshad (3) provided useful support.

By PakPassion Staff (30-11-2024)

India's bowlers, including Samarth Nagaraj and Ayush Mhatre, struggled to keep the Pakistani batsmen in check. Nagaraj finished with figures of 3/45, while Mhatre took 2 wickets for 30 runs.

Chasing 282, India was bowled out for 238 in 47.1 overs. Nikhil Kumar led the charge with 67 off 77 balls, and Mohamed Enaan’s late 30-run cameo helped reduce the margin. However, the Indian top order collapsed under pressure, with early wickets falling to Ali Raza (3/36) and Faham-ul-Haq (2/41). India’s chase never gained momentum as they lost wickets consistently, falling short by 43 runs. Pakistan’s all-round performance with both bat and ball sealed a comprehensive win, with Shahzaib Khan named Player of the Match for his match-winning knock.