Hamza Zaroor’s century outweighs Arjun Rajput’s as PAK beat IND in U19 Asia Cup
In a thrilling Group A match at the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026, Pakistan edged out India by three wickets. Chasing a modest target of 209, Pakistan stumbled to 61/5 before opener Hamza Zaroor stepped up to the crease. The wicketkeeper smashed an impressive 100 runs off just 108 balls, guiding Pakistan to a three-wicket victory.
Earlier in the innings, Middle-order batsman Arjun Rajput had struck a counter-attacking century of 107 off 85 balls, anchoring India's chase. However, India's top-order crumbled, losing four batsmen for just 42 runs. Rajput rallied India with a gritty 107, including 11 boundaries and five sixes, followed by a robust partnership with Manal Chauhan.
Despite Rajput's departure, India managed to reach 208 in 46.3 overs. Pakistan's bowlers, led by Ali Raza and Rizwanullah, provided crucial breakthroughs, while spinner Niqab Shafiq and Mohammad Sayam secured the final wicket. India will next take on the United Arab Emirates.
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