IND vs PAK, U19 Asia Cup: Hamza shines with ton as Pakistan pull off 3-wicket win
Pakistan U-19 achieved a crucial victory over India in the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026. Captain Hamza Zahoor played a significant role by scoring a century during the tense chase. After a shaky start, Pakistan recovered through a strong partnership between Zahoor and Hasnain Abbas Dar. India's Arjun Rajput had earlier led with a fighting century for his team.
In a dramatic turn of events, Pakistan secured a three-wicket victory over India in the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026 at Al Amerat, Oman. Captain Hamza Zahoor played a pivotal role in guiding his team to the winning position. Facing a daunting target of 209, Pakistan stumbled early with 63/5, putting immense pressure on the young squad.
However, Zahoor's composed century and a crucial 107-run partnership with Hasnain Abbas Dar turned the tide of the match. Dar's 38 runs off 67 balls provided a much-needed lift, but India's bowlers quickly regrouped, reducing Pakistan to 168/6. Nonetheless, Zahoor's resilience saw Pakistan cross the line with just three wickets to spare, marking a significant Group A win over their arch-rivals.
The match also saw India's Arjun Rajput post a valiant 107 off 85 balls, supported by Anvay Dravid and Manal Chauhan. Despite India's valiant effort, Pakistan's bowling unit, led by Ali Raza, held firm, restricting the visitors to a total of 208 in 46.3 overs.
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